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4 mm size stone kidney
For 4 mm kidney stone in mid calyx of left kidney what will be the suitable treatment? This is the first time i have had stone in my kidney so very much worried n tense.. even though radialogist told me its very small.. i read online that this much size stone can pass on its own... plz suggest
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Dr. Harsha M V
Nephrologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi
Small stones usually pass on their own…
They may pass silently or you may experience pain.
If you do not have any symptoms just continue to keep yourself hydrated just enough to make 2L of urine per day
Repeat scan after 6 months
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Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan
Nephrologist/Renal Specialist
7 yrs exp
Alappuzha
Yes..it will usually pass on its own
Drink atleast 3 liters of water daily
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