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Lithotripsy Can be Kidney Stones Worst Friend!
Are you suffering from severe abdominal pain ? Is there blood while passing out the urine? Though the duration of blood may be intermittent it surely seeks medical intervention. Have you heard of Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL)? It is one of the enemies of kidney stones as it destroys the stones or breaks them into smaller pieces so that they are easy to pass in the urine. This procedure is suitable for: Having stone size less than 2.0 cm Morbidly obese patients (though success rate is
Dr. Pawan Kesarwani In Urology
Jul 24 , 2017 | 1 min read
Know About Our High Power Holmium Laser For Management of Enlarged Prostate!
Health problems related to enlargement of prostate gland dates back since early human civilisation. Poor urinary flows, pain during urination, increased frequency of urination with involuntary leakage are usual symptoms. Normally patients tend to ignore these symptoms due to embarrassment and reluctance to visit a doctor. This flares up the problem causing recurrent urinary tract infections, blood in urine, inability to pass urine and renal failure. Medical treatment can control them in many scenarios but s
Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney In Urology
Jul 06 , 2017 | 1 min read
What is Extracorpeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL)?
Extracorpeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is a procedure that uses high-energy shock waves to break the stones present in the bladder, ureter, and kidney into smaller pieces so that they can be easily passed out in the urine. In case there are any large pieces then another treatment needs to be performed. Your doctor will give you anaesthesia so that you do not experience any pain. Who are the right candidates for this procedure? Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney , Director & Senior Consultant of Institute Of
Dr. Anil Kumar Varshney In Urology
Jun 06 , 2017 | 2 min read
Living Donors Bring A Ray of Hope For Patients
On an average patients wait for more than 5 years to get a kidney transplant. But, when a living donor is available, there is no waiting required. Surprisingly, the patients find compatible living donors in those they have never met or known. And they are the ones who give life. Dr. Waheed Zaman has vividly explained about on how living donors are essential and pivotal to patients who are desperately seeking a kidney transplant. What are the benefits of living donor transplant? The benefit of living d
Dr. Waheed Zaman In Urology Kidney Transplant
Feb 14 , 2017 | 1 min read
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Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h
Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine
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Getting rid of urinary stones is easy
Do I need surgery for stone removal? The surgery for stone removal depends on location, size of stone and damage it is causing to the kidneys. A small stone of size 6mm or less in the urinary tube (Ureter) can be managed medically if it is not causing much swelling. In this case you will not require surgery but you have to be under medical supervision. Small kidney stones of size 5mm do not require surgery until and unless they come down and get stuck in the tube (ureter). However, larger stones in th
Dr. Anupam Bhargava In Urology
Oct 18 , 2016 | 1 min read
All About Kidney Stones (Infographic)
Sometimes a kidney stone might be present for several years. It may pass through without causing much pain, however, few symptoms can occur. A person who has gone through the pain of passing a kidney stone may want to take precautionary steps. This common urinary tract disorder can be caused by consuming different types of foods. Therefore, it is important to consult a kidney specialist doctor before you eliminate food items from your diet. You can also reduce the risk of causing kidney stones by increasing
Dr. Anant Kumar In Urology Kidney Transplant
Sep 19 , 2016 | 1 min read
Do You Need a Surgery For Removal of Stone?
Stones usually pass from the kidneys, and finally through the urethra on their own without causing any pain. They develop primarily when you do not feel the urge to urinate often. You must know that after every half an hour, kidneys filter the blood and removes excess fluids and wastage from the body. Both men and women can develop stones in their lifetime - the common age group being 35-60+. Though most stones are formed between ages 20-40+, and if it happens then there are chances that they would occur ag
Dr. Anupam Bhargava In Urology
Aug 24 , 2016 | 2 min read
Get Rid of Kidney Stone Pain
Kidney stones are sharp substances that are formed when your urine contains excess calcium. The solid particles can be the size of a ball or a sugar cube and may cause severe pain if they are pushed in the ureters. You can face severe nausea, vomiting,or blood in the urine. However, if there is severe pain in the back or stomach it requires immediate medical intervention as it could be due to ectopic pregnancy or appendicitis. Persistent pain while urinating could be a sign of UTI or STDs. In case the ston
Dr. Anant Kumar In Urology Kidney Transplant
Aug 22 , 2016 | 3 min read
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