AskDocDoc
/
/
/
laser lithotripsy procedure
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7, 100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime. No sign-up needed.
Kidney & Urinary Health
Question #15115
2 hours ago
7

laser lithotripsy procedure - #15115

Rudra

I am really confused and concerned about this whole situation with my kidneys. A few weeks ago, I started having really bad pain in my side, like it felt like someone was jabbing me with a knife. After some tests, the doctors said I have kidney stones and recommended this laser lithotripsy procedure. They told me it would break up the stones using lasers, which sounds high-tech and pretty cool, but I can’t help feeling anxious about it. I’ve read some mixed things about the laser lithotripsy procedure online. Like, some people say it worked wonders for them, but others talk about pain afterwards or complications. Is that common? I mean, how painful is the recovery really after a laser lithotripsy procedure? And the whole anesthesia thing—what should I expect? I’ve never had anything like this done before and I guess I’m just worried if this is the best option. Also, like, how many times do you actually need to go in for a laser lithotripsy procedure if the stones don’t break up completely? I don’t want to keep going through this. Any insight would help, because right now I feel so lost and stressed out about all of it.

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