Kidney Stone Treatment in Chennai
When the kidneys contain too many salts and minerals, kidney stones can develop. Urine is produced by the kidneys, which are in charge of eliminating waste and fluid from the body. Kidney stones develop as a result of waste building up into lumps when the concentration of waste exceeds that of fluid. Some patients hardly experience any pain or discomfort at all, and they are not always severe. Patients may experience severe lower back pain or perhaps major consequences if the stones spread to the ureter. Kidney stones can range in size from the size of a golf ball to as little as a granule of sand.
What is the treatment of kidney stones?
- Observation: – Smaller kidney stones (<4mm) may pass through your urinary system when you urinate without needing treatment.
- Medications: – Your urologist may prescribe medications to manage symptoms, such as pain relievers like paracetamol or IV narcotics for severe pain. Antiemetics like ondansetron can help with nausea and vomiting. Medications like tamsulosin or nifedipine may be prescribed to relax your ureter and help the stones pass more easily.
Symptoms of kidney stones include severe back or side pain, blood in the urine, nausea, and frequent painful urination. Smaller stones may pass naturally, while larger ones can cause intense pain and block urine flow. Treatment varies by stone size and location, from increased fluids to medical procedures. Prevention involves staying hydrated, dietary changes, and sometimes medication to lower recurrence risk.
Treatments We Offered
- Pain Management (analgesics)
- Ureteroscopy
- Alpha-Blockers
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
- Increased Hydration
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Laser Lithotripsy
- Endoscopic Basket Extraction
- Shock Wave Therapy
