urologist-icon
Confused about treatment
My husband got kidney stone few days back.at one hospital its shows 13mm.dr.suggested for laser operation.we went for it also.but dr.said in d middle of treatment that due to kidney swelling he could nt reach d stone.he kept stent n left it after 3 weeks he will repeat d procedure he said.but for kidney we consulted some other dr.after 3 days n in his reports its shows no stone.so he suggested ct scan.n in ct scan report it was 6mm stone only.so d other dr.said.he can be romved through medicines.but he was nephrologist so he said m suggesting u wid medicines.but u consult urologist.so.after nw 3 weeks.we went to urologist d first dr.so that he can remove stent.he again did ultrasound.n it shows no stone.but he is saying x.ray me stone hai.ab bhi n kahin chip ke atka hua hai.he is again saying for laser operation.we r very confused what to do.should v go for operation or nt
35 Views v

Answers (1)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Care AI Shimmer
He needs stent removal anyway. At that time the doctor can just check his ureter for any stones, if there are any stones he can use laser to break it.
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.