Question 1

is it normal after an kidney stone removal operation the feeling of dizziness, shivers?

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: No it is not normal. You should consult your doctor as an in-person evaluation is warranted. 
Drink enough water daily so that your urine is mostly colorless to prevent reformation of stones.

Question 2

how can i avoid a kidney stone removal?

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By passing the stone: If the stone is 5 mm, you might have a 50 percent chance of passing it spontaneously, with the percentage chance higher or lower depending on stone size. Prevention is the best way to avoid this! more fluids, less sodium and animal protein are good ways to reduce risk, with other possible methods depending on your situation.

Question 3

can you tell me is kidney stone removal hurtful?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can be painfu: Most kidney stones 5mm or less will pass on its own but it is always painful as they pass through the ureters into bladder and than from bladder through urethra
larger stones may or may not pass and have to be either broken down by lithodystrophy or surgery
kidney stones are painful and till these are passed or removed you need strong pain meds.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: kidney stone removal?

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Stone: Kidney stone removal can be performed with shock wave lithotripsy ureteroscopic extraction with laser or basket.

Question 5

how complicated is kidney stone removal surgery?

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It depends: To make a generalization, it depends primarily on the size of the stone as well as the location. Anatomic factors may also play a role. Most stone procedures are not complicated; some may be if stones are large and/or multiple, infection is present, etc.

Question 6

how much time does kidney stone removal surgery take?

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Depends...: The procedure time for kidney stone removal widely varies depending on the size, density, &amp; number of stone(s) and how the stone(s) will be removed, such as ESWL with/without stent, percutaneous, or through urethra, ureter, to the kidney. So, it can be as short as 1-2 hours or as long as 3-4-5 hours. Generally speaking, such procedures are safe under experienced hands, and may require 2-3 entries.

Question 7

do women have to have a catheter after kidney stone removal?

Accepted Answer

Here's some: The need for stent or catheter is to secure urine drainage and concern about possible blockage by stone or clot, which is decided by the surgeon's judgement. Most of times stent or catheter is needed for days or weeks, depending on if you need the second entry to complete the works for all  stone-related procedures. Ask Doc for individual details timely.

Question 8

i've always wanted surgery and i have a kidney stone. what were the risks of a self kidney stone removal surgery?

Accepted Answer

Necessary?: For young age as you are, stone removal from kidney may be needed, when and how? These questions should be addressed by your urologist according to the size, shape, location of the stone, the history of spontaneous stone passage, and the symptom from the stones. Besides, how to prevent further stone recurrence after current stone removal needs to be addressed before procedures.

Talk with doctor.

Question 9

staghorn kidney stone removal?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stone: Save a kidney, you have two and it would be nice to keep both of them working.

Question 10

caldium oxsalte. kidney stone removal?

Accepted Answer

Kidney stones: Treatment options for calcium oxylate stones are dictated by the size, location and density of the stone.  Eswl (shock wave lithotripsy) is often effective for small to moderate size stones in the kidney or upper ureter.  Large stones in the kidney may require pcnl (keyhole surgery with scope through the back).  Stones in the lower ureter often require ureteroscopic extraction.

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