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This is for my dad. he has a huge kidney stone that can't be passed. he was already in hospital and they couldn't help him. is there any otc or prescription medication that can dissolve it or help to pass it?
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Urology: He needs to see a urologist, this needs to be surgically removed.
Answered 5/17/2015
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Difficult: Tx based on size of the stone and location. If it is >8 mm, he has an85% chance that he will not pass it with medical therapy only. So need size and location first. Might be able to do shock wave lithotripsy if no history of bleeding disorder, not too overweight, and location. Get the info above and i can ask your question again. Meantime, lots of fluids, antibiotic, pain killer.
Answered 12/28/2013
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