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A member asked:
How unsafe is it to have ureter stone sized 5mm?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Any stone in the ureter is dangerous. It is a surgical emergency if you have a fever. There are drugs your doctor can give you to help pass a 5 mm stone. If you have a fever, uncontrolled vomiting or pain, get help immediately.
Answered 1/17/2014
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Here are some ...: Any surgery carries its unique risk for individual situations; it's of no exception for managing 5-mm ureteral stone. Fortunately, with the advent of fine video optical technology and equipment + professional proficiency, surgically managing such a stone, if necessary, has become a routine ambulatory procedure. Of note, a 5-mm stone may still pass by itself. For individual detail, ask Doc...
Answered 12/14/2014
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Not if it passes: Many 5mm ureteral stones can pass spontaneously. Only becomes problematic if urine becomes infected or stone obstructs ureter. Hope you are seeing a urologist. Odds are that you will be fine even if intervention is indicated. Good Luck
Answered 12/31/2014
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