In cases where the stones are unusually large or if there’s persistent pain, blockage, or infection, surgery is the best option. As with any operation, aftercare is one of the important stages in the process, and ensuring adequate recovery time is an essential factor to consider. But the amount of rest that is needed will […]

Kidney stones can be of some concern due to the extreme pain and inconvenience it poses to people’s lives. While hydration can help smaller stones to pass easily, those which are larger than 10mm would need medical aid to be removed. Such stones have the potential to block the flow of urine and lead to […]

In the case of millions of individuals around the world, kidney stones end up making life considerably more uncomfortable for everyone suffering from it. In case of a diagnosis, a burning question that comes to the mind is can I postpone the removal of the stones? The answer to it is not straight and rather […]

Kidney stone surgery may sound frightening, but for many, it is the beginning of the way to a pain-free, normal life. If you have been having trouble with kidney stones and all the discomforts and disruptions, you may be wondering if your life can be the same as before surgery. The answer is a resounding […]

Kidney stones cause immense pain and distress and thus disturb one’s routine, forcing patients to seek good treatments for their conditions. Those who have bigger stones or harder stones need surgical interventions most of the time. Is surgery safe for kidney stones? It is a question in the minds of most patients while choosing an […]

Kidney stones can occur in people of all ages and are a source of extreme pain and discomfort. Fortunately, modern medicine is allowing for the development of treatment options which are new, more precise, less invasive and more accommodating. One such breakthrough is RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery); a state of the art endoscopic treatment option […]

Millions of people across the globe suffer the discomfort of kidney stones, and for many, it becomes severe enough to require removal; whenever the stones have grown large enough to not get flushed out naturally, surgery becomes a requirement. As a patient considering having the keyhole surgery done, the biggest concern, however, surrounds the cost […]

The throbbing pain associated with kidney stones can be unbearable, leading to the placement of a stent in the ureter to assist the flow of urine from the kidneys to the bladder. However, once the stone is dissolved via laser, the stent has to be extracted. Many people are baffled by the question in regard […]

Kidney stones is one of the most painful and common issues worldwide; Billions of patients present to various physicians’ clinics because of kidney stone illness. Stones made from solid minerals and salt precipitates result in such hardened minerals.  As people’s level of dehydration fluctuates with an increased salt, diet or a higher propensity genetically. Sometimes […]