#Kidney stones

[facts-i-just-made-up]

[asteroidtroglodyte]

Me: hey babe wanna see something cool?

My Wife: sure!

Me: [holds out hand excitedly]

My Wife: …what am I looking at?

Me: a rock!

My Wife: When did you go outside?

Me: I didn’t! My body made this!

My Wife: what

Me: I passed a stone!

My Wife: [horrified silence]

Me: yea check it out there’s little crystals!

My Wife, horrified: um

Me: yea if you look here you can see the oxalic crystals and-

My Wife: babe!

Me: huh?

My Wife, freaking out: babe. are you ok. are you in pain? do you need to go to the hospital what-

Me: oh. OH. I’m fine! Really! Feeling much better actually!

My Wife: well. Good.

Me: sorry, got all caught up in how cool it was that I was holding a biogenic crystal that my body made that I forgot that this is kinda horrifying, huh?

My Wife: babe, I love your autistic ass but please drink more water. And maybe warn me next time.

[disordereddisasterboy]

*calls doctor* hey I'm pretty sure I have a kidney stone.

Receptionist: you're so young! It must be a UTI or something else but I'll still schedule it.

... Yeah I know the difference because I've had them before but okay.

*gets to the doctor*

Receptionist: so you're here for cold and flu symptoms?

.... I think I have a kidney stone. I scheduled it for that.

Receptionist: ohh... It says UTI and cold symptoms....

No pretty sure I have a kidney stone again.

Receptionist: at 29? Okay sure.... We'll call you...

Nurse: come on back, pee in a cup. We'll see how bad your UTI is...

Okay... *Pees into cup*

Nurse: so what are your symptoms?

My left kidney hurts, I have had a migraine for days, I'm having trouble urinating, I keep throwing up and this feels like my last kidney stone.

Nurse: ... You've had previous kidney stones?

Yeah I've had 4 since I was 14. The last was like 6 months ago. They've all been small and passed without surgery but they suck.

Nurse: oh... We thought you were overreacting....

Nope I just have bad kidneys from being on lithium since middle school.

Nurse: OH you're on lithium? I'll get the doctor.

Doctor: *looks at my medical history* *does a physical exam* huh it looks like you have a kidney stone. No infection but there's blood and calcium deposits in your urine. Stop at checkout for the information to schedule an ultrasound for tomorrow, please go to the ER if you have trouble passing it before then. You're at least going to need two prescriptions, and if the stone is big, I'm gonna recommend surgery.

... Kay. *Goes to check out* hey receptionist, I need the info for my ultrasound for my kidney stone.

Receptionist: ultrasound??? For a UTI?

I. Have. A. Kidney. Stone. Again.

Receptionist: I need to call back to the doctor.... *Gets on the phone and starts asking why I need an ultrasound, only to look suspicious at me and then rolling her eyes as she wrote the information on a sticky note* here, but you're too young to have a kidney stone.

....Yeah that's what they told me when I passed my first one in my highschool bathroom during 9th grade social studies.

Receptionist: *gives me dirty looks until I leave*

Like why is it so hard to believe that a 29 year old can have chronic kidney stones? Why treat me weird for it???

[robot-hive-mind]

Why the fuck can some of your organs just make rocks??? Who said that was OK?

[lisaplant4]

And so it begins... just waiting for the taxi...

[brawley1492]

Thought for the moment by ... Dr. Wonder

[whatshouldwecallchronicillness]

When I’m supposed to drink an insane amount of water everyday...

[alexx-is-tired]

I don't know how/why but long covid has given me reccuring kidney stones and I have no idea what to do about it. (It might be caused by one of my other illnesses but I'm not entirely sure)

I drink at least 1.5L of water a day and only one small coffee.

I haven't heard anyone else talk about this but if anyone also experiences this and has advice I'd really appreciate it!

[beawritingbooks]

I just passed another goddamn kidney stone.

You know that spikey ball thing at the end of a flail (medieval weapon)? Well, passing a kidney stone feels like pissing out one of those spikey ball things.

Or, a knife. It definitely feels like pissing out a knife.

I hate everything!

[spoonful116]

TW: Ableism, gaslighting by healthcare providers

A doctor noted in my chart that I was non-compliant, manipulative, and trying to direct my care. Some of his reasoning:

Refused to take the extended release capsules of the medication prescribed. Also noted that I have dysphagia and a PEG tube

Told him that I needed to address the chronic UTIs before I considered overactive bladder treatments

Became concerned that I had an underlying genetic condition that was causing my issues. A lot of tests were coming back normal, but everything was very abnormal. I do have a genetic condition.

Stopped seeing my first urologist and suggested that I change doctors when they don't do what I want. My first urologist let me have 1-2 UTIs a month and wasn't trying to find a cause

"Refused to give a urine sample at any appointment" when I had been fainting a lot during transfers and they didn't have any exam tables that were wheelchair user friendly.

Communicated with them often about questions or concerns

Didn't do my 24 hour urine collection with an indwelling catheter and thus accused me of not doing it correctly and not collecting all of it in order for my results to be worse

Lying about my water intake and how much I eat

I am truly amazed by this man and the level of fragility, ego, and privilege you must have in order to see those actions as negatives with ulterior motives.

[facts-i-just-made-up]

Time for the rematch. Surgeon vs. Kidney Stone. Please wish me (and the doctor) luck.

[arsnof]

Dad's in the hospital again

[zombimanos]

(the life i lived explained a little, while talking to a friend about my multiple chronic illnesses/degenerative diseases co-mingling). (my dr's words were in response to me not being on pain meds like he wants me to be).

[justangrymacaroni]

ok genuinely if you have kidney stones, what u should do:

you might have then if you get an extreme pain on your side, kinda on your back, with shooting pains down to your groin. you might also have nausea and violent vomiting.

1. go the ER right away. kidney stones are one of those things that docs are willing to give out the big gun pain meds for. they are incredibly painful, and you will need medication. they will most likely give you a CT scan. be incredibly honest about your pain, don’t be afraid to be too truthful to get doctors to listen to you.

2. 95% are small enough to pass naturally at home. they will take up to three weeks to pass. talk with your doctor about a plan. look into seeing a urologist.

3. DRINK WATER. i’ve bought four giant jugs of water that i am working my way through. at least two liters a day.

4. cranberry juice also helps. get as close to the natural stuff as you can manage. but focus more on water.

5. when it passes, do not flush it. this is gross, but u will need to collect it to show to a urologist. the ER doctors should give you tools for doing this: a strainer to pee through and a medical cup.

WHAT TO DO FOR PAIN:

1. this is weird but worked for me. lie on top of a vibrater. the vibration helps with the pain.

2. heat. hot showers, hot pad, extreme heat.

3. take your fucking pain meds prescribed to you. take ibuprofen in between, with doctors approval.

4. if the pain becomes unbearable, go back to the ER. that means the meds aren’t working. it will not get better unless you get help.

[sandheephospitals-blog]

Tips for kidney stone treatment

1. Explore the Importance of Hydration: Discuss how increasing water intake can help prevent kidney stones and aid in their treatment, including tips on how to effectively incorporate more fluids into daily routines.

2. Dietary Modifications for Kidney Stone Prevention: Provide an overview of foods to include and avoid in a kidney stone-friendly diet, emphasizing the role of calcium, oxalate, and sodium in stone formation.

3. Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Kidney Stone Recurrence: Highlight practical lifestyle adjustments, such as regular exercise and weight management, that can significantly lower the risk of developing kidney stones in the future.

Consulting a Urologist for Effective Kidney Stone Management

Kidney stones are a common and painful condition that affects millions of people each year

Seeking the expertise of a urologist is crucial for effective treatment and prevention of kidney stones

Understanding Kidney Stones

Definition of kidney stones: Hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys

Common causes of kidney stones: Dehydration, diet high in certain minerals, family history, underlying medical conditions

Diagnosing Kidney Stones

Role of the urologist in diagnosing kidney stones

Imaging tests used: Abdominal X-ray, CT scan, ultrasound

Analyzing the composition of the stone

Treatment Options Recommended by Urologists

Pain management: Medications to relieve pain and discomfort

Promoting stone passage: Increased fluid intake, medications to relax the ureter

Surgical interventions (if necessary):

Shock wave lithotripsy (SWL)

Ureteroscopy

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)

Importance of Follow-up Care

Monitoring for recurrence of kidney stones

Adjusting treatment plan as needed

Addressing underlying medical conditions

If you are experiencing symptoms of kidney stones, don't hesitate to schedule an appointment with our experienced urologists.

Sandheep Hospital

Address : #96, Palace Road, Near Mahal, Madurai

24/7 Emergency Call : +91 83006 55325