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Hi Doctors, I have kidney stones of size .6 mm in the left kidney. I am currently under Ayurvedic treatment. Is this size of stone will naturally pass through or I have to go for lithotripsy. Thanks,
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6mm size stones generally pass through with out any surgical intervention... be in regular fallow up with your doctor they will guide you further
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