Q: is it normal to have a low gfr <60 when you are suffering from a kidney stone for +2 weeks?

Yes it can happen: Depending on the size of the stone it can happen but after stone is passed it will return to normal.

Q: this is my 3rd kidney stone. started 3 weeks ago. severe pain on & off. it has been really low for 3 days but it is not coming out. what can i do?

See urologist: Make sure you are drinking plenty of water. If the stone is stuck a urologist may need to go up through your bladder to retrieve and remove it.

Q: could switching to a low protein diet cause kidney stones?

Depends: Depends on the stone type, but fluid intake is a much more influential variable.

Q: can you tell where a kidney stone is based on where the pain is located? mine is low back/top of leg/ inner groin.

No: Only way to tell the location of a stone is with a radiology study.

Question 1

what is the difference between severe low-back spasms and pain from kidney stones/issues in terms of pain characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stone pain: Often radiates to the groin in front on the same side as the stone.  Low back pain from strain or nerve root irritation if anything will radiate down the back of the leg on the affected side.

Question 2

my husband has history of kidney stones.  he is feeling discomfort in the front toward  left side @ very low.  could this be a stone?  it is constant

Accepted Answer

Pain left abd: Several possibilities. Could kidney stone but more likely something like diverticulitis.  The patient should see his doctor as soon as possible.

Question 3

what will happen if u keep eating the same diet but in a low amount which caused you the kidney stone will it make new stones or can it strengthens the existing stone?

Accepted Answer

: I answered your question already. A small amount of certain food will become abundant if you eat that food repeatedly.

Question 4

does kidney stones cause low enery levels?

Accepted Answer

Possible: The size and location of a stone determine the effects it has on the patient and on the kidney.  The amount of pain associated with the stone, possible associated infection, and duration of the stone episode all may contribute to causing a patient to feel washed out with poor energy levels.

Question 5

my left testicle looks like its hanging low and bigger then normal, no pain, do.have a kidney stone. what could be going on?

Accepted Answer

See your primary : Care doctor.  This is the type of thing that needs to be examined to accurately evaluate.  It may be due to something minor like an infection (epidiymitis) or could be a symptom of a hernia, hydrocele, or an early testicular tumor.  Please have this checked by your doctor if you notice something out of the normal for you.

Question 6

my temperature is 97.9. its normally not that low. any concern? i have headache. i was told i may have kidney stones, although not 100 percent sure.

Accepted Answer

Not helpful: Nobody here can help. Body temperatures vary greatly from person to person, and even knowing this is low for you won't help anyone detect or determine the type of illness. If the headache is severe and not your usual headache, get seen; otherwise, simple home measures are best. We have no way of knowing whether you have kidney stones. Your best solution is a better relationship with your dr.

Question 7

is it normal to have a low gfr <60 when you are suffering from a kidney stone for +2 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can happen: Depending on the size of the stone it can happen but after stone is passed it will return to normal.

Question 8

this is my 3rd kidney stone. started 3 weeks ago. severe pain on & off. it has been really low for 3 days but it is not coming out. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

See urologist: Make sure you are drinking plenty of water.  If the stone is stuck a urologist may need to go up through your bladder to retrieve and remove it.

Question 9

could switching to a low protein diet cause kidney stones?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on the stone type, but fluid intake is a much more influential variable.

Question 10

can you tell where a kidney stone is based  on where the pain is located? mine is low back/top of leg/ inner groin.

Accepted Answer

No: Only way to tell the location of a stone is with a radiology study.

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My husband has history of kidney stones. he is feeling discomfort in the front toward left side @ very low. could this be a stone? it is constant

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What will happen if u keep eating the same diet but in a low amount which caused you the kidney stone will it make new stones or can it strengthens the existing stone?

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Does kidney stones cause low enery levels?

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My left testicle looks like its hanging low and bigger then normal, no pain, do.have a kidney stone. what could be going on?

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My temperature is 97.9. its normally not that low. any concern? i have headache. i was told i may have kidney stones, although not 100 percent sure.

A member asked:

Is it normal to have a low gfr <60 when you are suffering from a kidney stone for +2 weeks?

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This is my 3rd kidney stone. started 3 weeks ago. severe pain on & off. it has been really low for 3 days but it is not coming out. what can i do?

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Could switching to a low protein diet cause kidney stones?

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Can you tell where a kidney stone is based on where the pain is located? mine is low back/top of leg/ inner groin.

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