Question 1

if i havent passed my kidney stone would a kub show the stone still there? what are after effects after passing stone

Accepted Answer

Kidney stone: A kidney stone in the ureter may be seen on a plain film, but other radiographic modalities are better such as an IVP, CT scan, or ultrasound.  You may have some blood in the urine as the stone passes through the urethral system.  If you still have pain and have not passed the stone, follow up with your doc, as you may need lithotripsy or some procedure to break up the stone and allow it to pass.

Question 2

what are symptoms of passing a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Flank pain: Usually flank pain on one side, blood in the urine, and occasionally some nausea and difficulty peeing.   People who have never had a kidney stone should get checked out by their doctor to make sure the diagnosis is correct.  People who have these regularly usually recognize them and know what to do.  Anyone with fevers, extreme pain, or symptoms that last longer than a day or two should see a doc.

Question 3

should you bleed while passing a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stone bleed: It is very common to have blood in the urine when a kidney stone is present.  This is usually an indication the stone is moving.  It is important though to realize even though you know you have a kidney stone, blood in the urine can occur for other reasons and further evaluation may be necessary.

Question 4

wil you still bleed after passing a kidney stone?

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No: You should not continue to have bleeding in the urine after passing a kidney stone.  It may take a short time for irritation to subside, however, if gross or microscopic bleeding continues (&gt;3 red blood cells per high power microscope field) then you will need further workup to check cause of bleeding.Urine.

Question 5

when passing a kidney stone, how much do you bleed?

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Very variable: Can be as little as virtually none or so little that it can only be identified by microscopic examination all on extreme low side. Can be severe enough to to actually see pure blood &/or clots being passed in the urine.Mostly beeding is minor, varying from invisible to naked wye to mild pink dicoloration of urine. Amount of bleeding is no indication of size of stone or degree of blockage caused.

Question 6

is it normal to feel bloated while passing a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Fleeting Condition: Your bloated feeling should be short-lived when your gastrointestinal tract recovers from the shock due to the peritoneal irritation and intense pain that you had experienced before you passed the stone. Otherwise, look for other causes.

Question 7

why do i feel tired and sluggish after passing a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Meds: When you passed the stone did you get pain meds? if you did effect can linger on. Also when u are passing a stone, you may have increased sympathetic activity due to pain, and can feel drained after that. if the symptoms linger, talk to your MD.

Question 8

is it normal to feel ill and tired after passing a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Pain, uti, anemia if there is heavy bleeding.

Question 9

can you masturbate if your passing a kidney stone if you dont know if its gone?

Accepted Answer

If you are not : in pain from the stone, should be no harm in an orgasm. If it becomes painful, then stop and consider a recheck with your doctor. If trying to pass a stone, drinking lots of water may help.

Question 10

i think im passing a kidney stone, but my right side hurts extremly bad and looks swollen?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: Any severe abdominal pain should be evaluated on an emergent basis. Kidney stone, appendicitis, bowel obstruction incarcerated or strangulated hernia, etc. They all need evaluation and management as soon as possible.

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