Suffering from kidney stones. Ultrasound shows clear kidneys. Stone lodged in ureter. Have pain, swelling. Problem?
Patient: Hi Dr. I am for the past one and a half years suffering from kidney stones, both sises . however, now both the kidneys are clear as per the ultrasound report and one 8 mm stone is lodged in ureter which is causing pain and further mild swelling in kidney. My Q is whether I should go for surgery or continue with medicines for its removal.  I am concerned about swelling in kidney is it serious or cause any damage to my system, plz. advice., Doctor: hi thank your for the querysir/madam , after going through your query I would like to suggest you to see your urologist and get an appointment for surgery....sir renal stones of size 6 mm are an indication for surgery in your case  size of the calculi is 8 mm and along with complication of swelling of the kidney which in my opinion could be an hydrouretero nephrosis..this would worsen your renal function if delayed further..get a CT abdomen done to check for any stones lower down in ureter..hope I have answered your querywish you good healththank you regardsDR Alekhya