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Leaving 4mm Kidney Stone Untreated - Safe?

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patientzero1
patientzero1

Hello - I have a 4 mm stone stuck in mid ureter for 10+ weeks.  Previously have passed 4 mm stones and smaller.

This time around has been different. Never had the acute sharp pain. Instead it has been a dull pain, mild to moderate.  No sign of infection, no sign of urine obstruction, creatinine levels are within range.  

My doctor is suggesting ureteroscopy given duration I've had stone.  Do I have any urgency to do so or can I continue to wait it out and hope it passes. 

What would be the harm of waiting a couple more months of pain is tolerable with little to no meds?

Thanks!

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  • patientzero1
    patientzero1

    Posted

    edit: What would be the harm of waiting a couple more months IF pain is tolerable with little to no meds?
  • sarah87162
    sarah87162 patientzero1

    Posted

    You really need to ask your GP that question.

    I would guess there is no harm in waiting but I am not medically trained and would hate to be giving you the wrong advice.

    Take care and keep in touch

    Sarah

  • james34187
    james34187 patientzero1

    Posted

    It should be fine as long as its not causing you pain. You have two risks....UTI and it gets bigger. But treatment options on a 4mm are limited as its right on the borderline for lithotripsy. You do not want to have to go a uteroscopy unless its really causing you pain. A 4mm should pass on its own so i would hold out hope for that vs forcing the issue!
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