15 MM kidney stone

2023-09-02 16:25:00
Hi Doctor, When i took annual checkup today, found very big 15 MM kidney stone... Can it be broken by ESWL procedure? 5 years back i did a uretroscopy procedure for stone In lower ureter, i don't want to go through such pain as it was a very bad experience so I am checking can I break this stone using ESWL ? Do i need to keep stent for doing ESWL procedure.. your help is much appreciated
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Answered2023-09-02 16:28:28

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By eswl...most probably that stone will break..... If it is not breaking... Doctor will suggest pcnl

Answered2023-09-03 07:38:09

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There are other better surgical options available for large stones. Better consult a urologist

Answered2023-09-02 17:24:40

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2023-09-02 16:52:49

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According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment of kidney stone. Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history. Please follow good life style as • take plenty of fluid and • take less spicy and fatty foods and • take home made food only and do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and • keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life

Answered2023-09-02 16:49:31

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Need few more details Kindly consult

Answered2023-09-02 16:26:50

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