Treatment depends on the type and size of the kidney stone. Drinking plenty of water and taking some medicines can help a small stone to pass more easily. For problem stones, there may be a few options:
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithrotripsy (ESWL) uses shock waves to break a large stone into smaller pieces that can pass.
Uteroscopic Stone Removal uses a small tool to get and remove stones stuck in the ureters.
Precutaneous Nephrolithotomy uses surgery to remove large stones from the kidneys.
For more information about any of these treatments, please talk to your doctor.
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