Welcome to EmpowHER. Most kidney stones won't require invasive treatment. You may be able to pass a small stone by:
Drinking water. Drinking as much as 2 to 3 quarts (1.9 to 2.8 liters) a day may help flush out your urinary system. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, drink enough fluid — mostly water — to produce clear or nearly clear urine.
Pain relievers. Passing a small stone can cause some discomfort. To relieve mild pain, your doctor may recommend pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve).
Medical therapy. Your doctor may give you a medication to help pass your kidney stone. This type of medication, known as an alpha blocker, relaxes the muscles in your ureter, helping you pass the kidney stone more quickly and with less pain.
Large stones and those that cause symptoms
may require more invasive treatment. Procedures may include:
Using sound waves to break up stones
Surgery to remove very large stones in the kidney.
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Hi Anon,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Most kidney stones won't require invasive treatment. You may be able to pass a small stone by:
Large stones and those that cause symptoms
may require more invasive treatment. Procedures may include:
Here are some resources for you
https://www.empowher.com/condition/kidney-stones
Best,
Daisy
July 2, 2012 - 5:32amThis Comment
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