Question 1

hi, i'm doing a project on kidney stones. the question is, when you get kidney stones, how does it affect your digestive system?

Accepted Answer

They don't. : Being kidney stones stay within the urinary system (kidneys, ureters and bladder) they should have no direct effect on the digestive system. Indirectly, though, if you have stone that's stuck and causing severe pain, you could get something called "reactive ileus" wherein the GI tract contractions slow down precipitously.

Question 2

i have kidney stones. due to this my digestive system remains disturbed. i am suffering from regular constipation. what should i take to get rid of?

Accepted Answer

Please see your Dr.: First, see your doctor and discuss this problem with her/him.

High fiber diet (beans/lentils, whole grains, vegetables and fruit with the skin where appropriate).

Plenty of water - up to 2 liters a day.

Consider a stool softener.

Good luck!

Question 3

how to distinguish kidney stone pain from digestive problems i had one 3 years ago.pain came back last year, went to doctor he said it's diges and now?

Accepted Answer

Pain from kidney: Stones start from the midback and moves to the front/abdomen  while digestive problems always start in the abdomen. Blood work, urine test, xrays/ultrasound may help in the diagnosis. Take care!

Question 4

i weigh 90kg  & have been on tamsulosin for 3 wks to help kidney stone pass. no longer need to take it - how long before it is fully out of my system?

Accepted Answer

Tamsulosin: generally medication is cleared from the system and for half-lives.  with a half-life of 15 hours that means tamsulosin should be cleared from your system within three days

Question 5

how long can kidney stones stay in your system?

Accepted Answer

All Your Life: A kidney stone can happily reside in a kidney for as long as you live.

Question 6

how do kidney stones affect your kidneys?

Accepted Answer

There are a couple: Of ways. They can cause bleeding. Pain is the most common way. Infection is also a possibility. But the largest issue is that of obstruction. If the kidney becomes blocked, the consequences can be serious. Hopefully this is not an issue for you.

Question 7

i have 6mm kidney stone in my kidney and am in pain dr say u shouldn't b in pain. it's in ur kidney is it possible that it could b stone?

Accepted Answer

Obstruction = Pain: Kidney stones that are within the kidney and not causing any obstruction to the flow of urine are generally not symptomatic.  If a stone blocks the flow of urine, pressure builds up above the stone causing stretching (hydronephrosis) and deep pain.   That said, sometimes a stone can be obstructing a single calyx (see image) and can cause pain, even though the stone is not within the ureter.

Question 8

i have a kidney stone and can't urinate, should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stones : For sure you have to be worried because if there is an obstruction secondary to the stone this might lead to kidney damage and with time might lead to chronic renal insuficiency and eventually to kidney failure if repetitive obstructions are neglected. Please seek medical attention asap.

Question 9

can i take laxatives while taking meds for kidney stones? i haven't had a normal bm in over a week.

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can use MiraLAX or polyethylene glycol powder a capful in water or juice daily, a dose of sennokot or milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) or take a stool softener docusate all available over the counter without need for a prescription. Drink more water.

Question 10

i was diagnosed with kidney stones and prescribed talwin (pentazocine) nx 50/0.5. why isn't it working?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stone: Pain from kidney stones is generally very severe. I presume the talwin (pentazocine) was for this pain and the dose given did not handle the pain. It may be you need a bigger dose or a more potent pain reliever. You should be discussing this with your doctor.

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How do kidney stones affect the digestive system

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Hi, i'm doing a project on kidney stones. the question is, when you get kidney stones, how does it affect your digestive system?

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I have kidney stones. due to this my digestive system remains disturbed. i am suffering from regular constipation. what should i take to get rid of?

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How to distinguish kidney stone pain from digestive problems i had one 3 years ago.pain came back last year, went to doctor he said it's diges and now?

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I weigh 90kg & have been on tamsulosin for 3 wks to help kidney stone pass. no longer need to take it - how long before it is fully out of my system?

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How long can kidney stones stay in your system?

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How do kidney stones affect your kidneys?

A member asked:

I have 6mm kidney stone in my kidney and am in pain dr say u shouldn't b in pain. it's in ur kidney is it possible that it could b stone?

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I have a kidney stone and can't urinate, should i be worried?

A member asked:

Can i take laxatives while taking meds for kidney stones? i haven't had a normal bm in over a week.

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I was diagnosed with kidney stones and prescribed talwin (pentazocine) nx 50/0.5. why isn't it working?

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