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  • All about ureteral stents
    • How is a ureteral stent placed?
    • How is a ureteral stent removed?
  • Kidney Stones FAQ
  • Kidney stone myths
  • Dietary prevention of kidney stones
  • Treatment
    • Letting a kidney stone pass
    • Medications to help pass kidney stones
    • Ureteroscopy
    • Shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL)
    • Percutaneous nephrolithotripsy
    • Comparing ureteroscopy, shockwave lithotripsy, and percutaneous nephrolithotripsy

Ask KidneyStoners.org: Is instant tea as bad as real tea?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    February 22, 2012 February 22, 2012    2 Comments on Ask KidneyStoners.org: Is instant tea as bad as real tea?

February 22, 2012 “i was just in the hospital for the 2nd time with kidney stones. My question is, is instant tea as bad for you as real tea? Also… Read more »

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Can dogs and cats get kidney stones?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    February 12, 2012 February 12, 2012    No Comments on Can dogs and cats get kidney stones?

It turns out that kidney stones don’t just afflict humans, they also occur in many animals, including your pet dog or cat. Between 0.2 to 3% of dogs and cats… Read more »

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Ask KidneyStoners.org: Should I have ureteroscopy on both my kidneys at once?

Dr. Manoj Monga    February 6, 2012 February 6, 2012    1 Comment on Ask KidneyStoners.org: Should I have ureteroscopy on both my kidneys at once?

In our “Ask KidneyStoners.org” section, we field questions from stone formers or their family members. See previous questions and answers here.   February 6, 2012 Question about having ureteroscopy on… Read more »

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Ask Kidneystoners.org: Should I stop my calcium carbonate vitamin pills?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    February 4, 2012 February 4, 2012    4 Comments on Ask Kidneystoners.org: Should I stop my calcium carbonate vitamin pills?

In our “Ask KidneyStoners.org” section, we field questions from stone formers or their family members. See previous questions and answers here.   February 4, 2012 Question about calcium supplements “i… Read more »

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Can kidney stones cause kidney failure?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    February 3, 2012 October 13, 2014    212 Comments on Can kidney stones cause kidney failure?

In addition to causing pain, can kidney stones actually cause permanent damage to your kidney? The unfortunate answer is yes, kidney stones in some cases can actually result in a… Read more »

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Ask KidneyStoners.org: Why do I still have pain after passing a stone?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    January 16, 2012 October 13, 2014    216 Comments on Ask KidneyStoners.org: Why do I still have pain after passing a stone?

In our “Ask KidneyStoners.org” section, we field questions from stone formers or their family members. See previous questions and answers here.   January 13, 2012. Question about residual pain after… Read more »

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How do I choose which surgery to have for my kidney stones?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    January 10, 2012 January 12, 2012    87 Comments on How do I choose which surgery to have for my kidney stones?

Understanding what is the best option for treating your kidney stone can be difficult. In our new chart, we summarize the benefits and drawbacks of each surgical option. While it… Read more »

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Ask us: Treatment options for a 6mm kidney stone

Dr. Manoj Monga    January 10, 2012 January 11, 2012    81 Comments on Ask us: Treatment options for a 6mm kidney stone

In our “Ask a kidney stone doctor” section, we field questions from stone formers or their family members. See other questions and answers or ask your own question here.  … Read more »

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Ask us: My boyfriend needs to have his stents removed in the operating room

Dr. Mike Nguyen    December 16, 2011 December 16, 2011    1 Comment on Ask us: My boyfriend needs to have his stents removed in the operating room

In our “Ask a kidney stone doctor” section, we field questions from stone formers or their family members. See other questions and answers or ask your own question here.  … Read more »

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Does soda drinking cause kidney stones?

Dr. Mike Nguyen    December 12, 2011 October 13, 2014    42 Comments on Does soda drinking cause kidney stones?

Kidney stone formers often ask us whether their soda drinking caused their kidney stones. Many have already taken the initiative to cut out all their soda, thinking it will help… Read more »

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