The size of a small ball bearing.
3 mm is about an eighth of an inch; 7 mm is a bit more than a quarter inch.
7 mm is about a quarter inch and 3 mm about an eighth of an inch.
A 7 mm kidney stone can potentially pass through the ureter and urethra, but it may cause significant pain and discomfort during the process. Stones larger than 5 mm often encounter difficulties as they move through the urinary tract. If a stone does not pass on its own, medical intervention may be required to facilitate its removal. It's essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and management.
a big stone
.07 meters
A 7 mm echogenic focus on the kidney typically refers to a small, bright spot seen on an ultrasound, which can indicate the presence of a renal stone, calcification, or a benign cyst. The echogenicity suggests that the area reflects ultrasound waves more than surrounding tissues. While it may not always indicate a significant problem, further evaluation may be necessary to determine its nature and potential impact on kidney function. Always consult a healthcare professional for a definitive diagnosis and appropriate management.
In my experience of having a kidney stone i can offer a little information. when i went to the doctors they said mine was 3 mm n that it should pass on its own. so just go to your doctors and get a cat scan of how big it is. they should tell you if it will pass on its own or not. if its to big they will have to do a surgery on you. so just keep updated on it. AnswerI to am undergoing my own kidney stone experience. Mine will not pass and it is about the size of a large jellybean.I just passed a 6mm stone, but have also been told that 3 and under usually pass on their own too - I think I'm on stone 15 or so to date. Mine are calcium-oxalate in nature. I have not changed my diet, I haven't gotten in the habit of increased water consumption. I have had only one procedure under general anesthesia with a uroscope/lazer and lithotripsy - I would rather not go through that experience again. I'm off do do some drinking now...water anyone?
No. Kidney stone under 4mm are likely to pass without minor surgery. Anything above that would cause severe pain and would likely need a doctor or urologist to remove. There are many different procedures that can be done. I had a 7mm stone and had to have surgery for removal. I beg to differ here...upto 6mm stones are nto to be touched and they are supposed to come out on their own. Drink lots of fluid and avoid foods causing stones.
Smaller than a centimeter
About 1 foot 7 inches.
It's about the size a a 12 year old pinky
I had one this size. MIT is about 3/4 of a golf ball.