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Can you pass a 9MM kidney stone?
It is not likely that a 9mm kidney stone is going to be passed without assistance.
How do you pass kidney stone?
10 mm
What is something hard to pass not using your hands?
A kidney stone.
Why does it hurt for a kidney stone to pass into the ureter?
1. That body part has pain sensing nerves. 2. The kidney stone pushes on the nerves.
Can sex help pass a kidney stone?
If they are not bothering you at the time then by all means have a good time, it wont make them any worse.
How many kidney stones can a person safely have?
A normal person will not ever pass a kidney stone. Forming or passing kidney stones is not a normal process.
What happens if you cant pass a kidney stone?
I would recommend talking to a urologist. Urologists can destroy kidney stones using radiation.
Does a 4mm kidney stone require lithotripsy?
In some patients a 4mm kidney stone may not need lithotripsy, however, for some patients this may be too large to pass without assistance.
Can kidney stones pass up through the esophagus?
No. There is no connection between the bladder and the esophagus. The only way to "pass" a kidney stone is through the urinary system, when urinating- and it is commonly quite painful.
Can you pass a kidney stone and pass another one a week later?
Yes, a patient with multiple stones may pass them hours, days or weeks apart.
Is it possible to rupture a kidney stone?
Yes, the kidney stone can injure the kidney – mostly if it obstructs the urine flow for a considerable period of time. The increased pressure and potential infection can impair the kidney function gradually. Smaller stones pass easily, but if the obstruction is left untreated for several weeks or months, it may lead to permanent injury.
How big is a 9 mm kidneystone?
A 9 mm kidney stone is considered a large kidney stone. It may be difficult to pass naturally and may require medical intervention such as lithotripsy or surgical removal.
