AskDocDoc
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7, 100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime. No sign-up needed.
Kidney & Urinary Health
Question #12264
4 hours ago
6

Laser stone treatment - #12264

Aasha

I am a bit worried about my situation. A few weeks back, I started having some pretty intense pain in my lower back and abdomen. After a visit to the ER, they did a CT scan and it turns out I have kidney stones. The doctor mentioned something about laser stone treatment being an option since the stones are too big to pass naturally. I don't know much about this laser stone treatment though. Like, how does it even work? Is it super invasive? I dread the thought of surgery, but I'm also afraid of the pain not going away. I've heard mixed things; some friends say it’s effective, while others talk about complications. What if the laser stone treatment doesn’t work? Do I need to worry about that? Plus, I've been reading online about recovery times. Some articles say it's quick, others suggest it can be really painful and drawn out. I guess I'm just looking for some reassurance or advice from people who've done this kind of laser stone treatment. What should I expect? And are there any risks I should be aware of? Thanks in advance for any input!

FREE
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


Related questions