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My wife has an 8mm kidney stone and excruciating pain that started 9/29. urologist wont see her until 10/18. is there anything we can do?
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Fluids: Drink plenty of fluids, 1.5 - 2l a day is a good start.
Answered 8/21/2016
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Hydration, pain : Control and if needed, go to an urgent care center.
Answered 7/27/2016
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