It's never okay to take any medicine when you are pregnant. If your life is not endangered or the babies then you shouldn't take anything. Very few studies have been done on the effects of most prescription medicines on the developing fetus. Doctors will tell you "no known effects" because of this. Use common sense and don't take anything unless you absolutely have to for your health or the baby trying to grow inside of you.
Worker's compensation is for injuries sustained while you are on the job. Kidney stones are not caused by your job, so no.
Doxycycline is an antibiotic primarily used to treat bacterial infections and is not indicated for the treatment of kidney stones. Kidney stones are typically managed through hydration, pain relief, and sometimes procedures to remove or break up the stones. While certain conditions leading to kidney stones may require antibiotic treatment, doxycycline itself does not directly address the stones. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate management of kidney stones.
I doubt it. There haven't been any case studies that I could find that linked hydrocodone/acetaminophen(APAP), or Vicodin, to kidney failure. It is most likely due to something else like kidney stones or a UTI. One thing you might want to do if you're on the Vicodin ES tablets (that is 7.5mg hydrocodone/750mg APAP) four times a day is get a liver test done since long term APAP use can cause liver issues, especially if you drink. While you're at it, it would be a good idea to have your kidneys checked out as well. To answer your question though the Vicodin should not be causing kidney problems.
can you get kidney stones while you are on dialysis? my dad gets terrible pains, sometimes lasting for days. someone has mentioned kidney colic, is this possible?
According to Mayoclinic.org, treatment for kidney stones will vary based on the size of the stone(s), the number of stones, and where the stones are located. Your doctor might recommend waiting to see if your body passes the stone on its own or surgery might be recommended. Several of my family members have had kidney stones, and they were all hospitalized while waiting for the kidney stones to pass; hospitalization allowed the doctors to monitor their condition and to give them pain killers and muscle relaxers.
Kidney stones can block the flow of urine through the kidney, ureters, and/or urethra, depending on where they are lodged. The ureters are tubes from the kidney to the bladder, and the urethra is the tube from the bladder to the outside. There are other consequences that can happen because of kidney stones, as well. There are microtubules and other components in the kidneys that can be damaged or scarred, for someone who gets kidney stones frequently. The other problem with kidney stones is that when they cause urine flow to slow or back up, the potential for inflammation and infection is increased. People that are frequently troubled by kidney stones are at a higher risk for Chronic Renal Disease.
Kidney stones are typically formed in the kidneys and urinary tract, not in the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing hormones and are not involved in the formation of stones. However, certain conditions affecting the kidneys can also impact the adrenal glands indirectly. Therefore, while kidney stones cannot be found in the adrenal glands, issues related to kidney health can influence overall adrenal function.
Kidney stones themselves do not directly cause epididymitis, which is typically due to infections or inflammation of the epididymis. However, if a kidney stone causes complications such as urinary tract infections or obstructive uropathy, it could indirectly lead to conditions that might result in epididymitis. Therefore, while there is no direct link, kidney stones can contribute to scenarios where epididymitis may occur.
Nitrates in urine are typically associated with bacterial infections rather than kidney stones. While kidney stones can lead to urinary tract issues, they do not directly cause the presence of nitrates. If nitrates are detected in urine, it usually indicates the presence of certain bacteria that convert urinary nitrates to nitrites, suggesting a possible urinary tract infection. Therefore, the presence of nitrates is more indicative of infection than of kidney stones.
Aronia berry juice is rich in oxalates, which can contribute to the formation of kidney stones in susceptible individuals. While moderate consumption is generally safe for most people, those with a history of kidney stones or oxalate sensitivity may want to limit their intake. It’s always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional if you have concerns about dietary choices and kidney stone risk.
An 8mm kidney stone is considered relatively large. Kidney stones can vary in size, and stones larger than 5mm are more likely to cause pain and complications as they pass through the urinary tract. While some smaller stones may pass without intervention, stones of this size often require medical treatment, such as lithotripsy or surgical removal, to facilitate passage.
Intravenous pyelograms (IVPs) can be useful in detecting kidney stones, but they may not always identify them, especially if the stones are very small or if they are not calcified. IVPs involve injecting a contrast dye and taking X-rays to visualize the urinary tract, but alternative imaging techniques like CT scans are often more sensitive for detecting kidney stones. Additionally, the interpretation of IVP results can be influenced by factors like the patient's anatomy and the presence of other conditions. Therefore, while IVPs can help identify kidney stones, they are not infallible.