About the treatment
Treatment depends on the size, position and number of stones and on your symptoms. Small stones often pass with medicines and fluids. Some kidney stones can be broken from outside the body with shock waves (ESWL — extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy), with no instrument passed inside. Larger, harder or blocking stones are treated with endoscopic laser procedures, done through the natural urinary passage or a small opening, without a large cut: URS (ureteroscopy) for stones in the ureter, RIRS (retrograde intrarenal surgery) for stones inside the kidney, and PCNL (percutaneous nephrolithotomy) for large kidney stones.
When is it advised?
- Pain in the side, back or groin that comes in waves
- Blood in the urine, or burning while passing urine
- Nausea or vomiting with stone pain
- A stone found on ultrasound or X-ray
- Repeated stones, for prevention advice
How to prepare
- Bring all previous ultrasound, X-ray or CT reports and urine tests.
- If you have fever with stone pain, come immediately — it can be an emergency. The hospital is open 24 hours.
On the day
- The urologist reviews your symptoms and reports, and arranges a KUB ultrasound or X-ray here if needed.
- Treatment options are explained, including their benefits and risks, so you can decide.
- Dr. Danish Hushain's OPD: Monday to Saturday, 8 PM – 10 PM.
Frequently asked questions
Will my stone pass on its own?
Many stones smaller than about 5 mm pass with fluids and medicines. Larger stones, or stones causing infection or blockage, usually need a procedure. The urologist decides after seeing your scans.
What is the difference between ESWL, URS, RIRS and PCNL?
ESWL breaks a suitable stone with shock waves from outside the body. URS treats stones in the ureter, RIRS treats stones inside the kidney through a flexible scope, and PCNL removes large kidney stones through a small opening in the back. The urologist advises which suits your stone.
How can I prevent stones coming back?
Drinking enough water is the most important step. Depending on the stone type, the urologist may advise diet changes and tests.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Your doctor will decide which test is right for you.