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I just got a nephrostomy tube put in yesterday. there is now white flake/string like stuff floating around in the bag (not a lot). is that normal?
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Here are some ...: What you saw in the bag could be "normally" expected as long as urine is draining and you're comfortable & afebrile but soreness from the procedures. For more details, ask your treating Doc timely.
Answered 11/11/2014
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