Kidney stones and kidney failure

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82861 tn?1333453911 If there is no infection than your dog has kidney damage or kidney failure, and you will have to treat agressively to save the kidneys by using Sub Q fluid therapy, phosphate binders if the phosphate is also elevated, kidney saving herbs such as Rehmannia 8 and more. Please write back once you have additional test results. Thanks.
Avatar f tn UTI can also be due to the polycystic kidney disease as well. Kidney stones and kidney failure are late-stage symptoms of the disease. I suggest you an immediate urologist’s evaluation. If the size of the stone is small, it’s usually treated with ESWL in which shock waves are given from outside and stone breaks into small pieces. On the other hand, if the stone is quite big, then the surgical removal of the stone is a better option. Also her renal functions need to be studied.
540521 tn?1221699706 I was diagnosed with kidney stones about 7 months ago, and i have done everything my Doctor has told me to do as far as drinking water and i was drinking so much water that it was making me sick, so i cut down on how much i was drinking. I have not yet passed the stones and i am still getting pain and the stones will not pass. The stones seem to bother me the most when i am standing and being active, Can kidney stones lead to kidney Failure? How much worse can this get?
Avatar f tn You could have an obstruction or an infection in the kidney. I was quite close to dying from kidney failure when I was given the wrong antibiotics to take. This is nothing to mess around with. Please go to the ER, see a urologist, GP or urgent care.
Avatar n tn My husband just had his valve replaced and his creatine levels are high as well as his BUN. His RBC is low. He had to stay in hospital an extra day because of his creatine. He is home now and had his blood work done with Cardiologist and it showed his creatine to be 1.57. His cardiac surgeon was concerned going into surgery about his right kidney because of his kidney function. He has had kidney stones in past and has had problems since with it.
Avatar m tn If gone untreated over a time period such as mine, can stones lead to kidney failure? Any knowledge of this subject would be much appreciated.
Avatar f tn Sorry you have had to go through so much! I've never had a kidney stone but did have acute kidney failure and now have chronic kidney disease. My understanding is that it is mostly both the high and very low bps can cause this. Also, dehydration if you have stomach symptoms. I often test mildly high in calcium.
Avatar m tn i was recently told by my doctor that trace amounts of protein were found in my urine. i have had a long history of kidney stones, over 10 yrs and have been seen a urologist for kidney stones. could the trace amounts of protein in my urine be connected to the nephrolithisis? my md (not my urologist) prescribed an ace inhibitor benazipril 10 mg to protect my kidneys from damage, and said the the trace amounts of protein in my urine may be due to the kidney stones.
895634 tn?1283989210 Update: Week 27 of 48. UND, sides well-comtroled. Previously seen questionable indeterminate liver lesion on MRI now determined to be NOT HCC due to stability over time and imaging features. Had surprise wake-up callyesterday 5 am...Left renal colic. Anybody aware of an association between treatment and kidney stones? I've had renal colic before, but this is by far the most painful bout. Hepatologist gave green light for Vicodin or Percocet, which are helping.
Avatar m tn Hi, I just thought I had kidney stones, but a CT has ruled that out,. ...the reason I suspected this was where the pain was and that it is a possible side effect of one of the meds I am on....... May I ask y u ask?
Avatar f tn I have MSK I was diagnosed about 6 years ago and only after 5-6surgeries and move then 100 kidney stones. I feel for anybody who has this as there are time I honestly consider suicide over the pain and being tired of passin stones and being told that there is not much they can do avoid calcium and protein.. good luck with that one. Since almost everything has both in it. Again my heart goes out to all you guys suffering from this.
Avatar f tn She has been taking medication for it her whole life but constantly produces kidney stones and has frequent kidney stone attacks. We were told a few days ago that she is in kidney failure and will need a liver AND kidney transplant. This disorder is so rare that I have trouble finding answers to specific questions online. I am wondering if this is a risky procedure and/or there are any other options out there for her?
Avatar n tn The size, configuration, and location affect the spontaneous passage of these stones. However, these may recur. There are different of types of kidney stones and calcium oxalate is the most common stone that forms. To prevent them from forming regularly, drink plenty of water and have a proper diet. Take care and best regards.
Avatar f tn not to alarm anyone but I have been a long time kidney stone suffer and a few months ago I was told I have 21 non obstructive stones to not worry about kinda worries me because this is my third contrasted ultra sound with same diagnois but my sister was also told this and in jan she went into kidney failure.
Avatar f tn So she suggested a CAT scan of my kidneys which revealed kidney stones (her interpretation). She suggested I see a urologist for the kidney stones, and a nephrologist for my presistant low potassium. I saw the urologist he said I did not have kidney stones except I apparently had "Medullary Sponge Kidney." Which is a congenital condition which your tubules in your kidney's are formed like cysts which is a benign dx that I shouldn't worry about.
1025106 tn?1251861070 Kidney stones can be from too much protein in your diet. and Yess, kidney damage can occur. Change your diet, and cut out alot of the protein. NO red meat, milk, cheeses, etc, etc.. eat lots of fruits and veggies, and DRINK water and cranberry juice alot..
Avatar n tn I just wandered if anyone has had kidney stones or bladder stones with NO symptoms, and also whether it is commonplace for people to have crystals in urine - does this necessarily mean stones? Should I be worried that this could signal something worse (like cancer), or would the blood work up have hinted at this? I'm erring on whether to wait patiently for an NHS urologist (could take up to 6 weeks), or whether to investigate this privately, which would mean borrowing money.
Avatar f tn I passed multiple kidney stones from both kidneys over a 3 month period,, i have had kidney stones for almost 20 years, i am 39.
Avatar f tn I have had kidney stones before and I wonder if they may have caused permanent damage to the kidneys and therefore are causing the protein. And for turberculosis I dont have any other symptoms that would point to tb. Not that I am aware of anyways. Right now the only symptom is chronic trace amounts of protein in my urine. On the dipstick I think its usually between a plus one and plus two. My doc does not want to investigate until I am no longer pregnant.
Avatar m tn You’re going to want to go get it treated as thisncauses infection and kidney failure if left untreated
489228 tn?1291531454 I'm a 31 year old mother of four. I've never had stones until a year and half ago. Since then I've passed countless stones and had lithotripsy once. I understand the chronic pain. I just chalked up my pain to malformed kidneys. I WAS WRONG!!! Two weeks I began passinf large wormed shaped blood clots. I called my urologist and he scheduled ivp. I have papiallary necrosis. Yes, part of my kidney is dead and I was passing tissue. MSK puts you at an increased risk for this.
Avatar f tn Constantly losing blood in the urine can cause anemia, even if it is occult. Stones can sometimes cause kidney failure. Chronic kidney failure can cause anemia. This is due to a decreased secretion of the hormone erythropoietin. This hormone is a necessary stimulus for normal bone marrow to produce red blood cells. Just cautioning you. Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn Your family history must be considered of course, if it is relevant. It will depend on what caused your grandmother to have kidney failure. Sometimes this occurs and is not at all familiar. It will be important for you to know the details of Grandmas and other family members disease condition(s). Please know that you are always welcome here but a portion of your post may be better suited for our Urology Forum. I encourage you to post there also.
Avatar n tn I had a stone that blocked my kidney and even after blasting would not come out without being scooped out. This was in my left kidney. Kidneys were both checked out thoroughly for damage and other stones - neither of which was found. Questions are...Since it has been two months and I haven't passed any stones are they likely to just stay put? If the larger one gets stuck after I have my surgery will they be able to go in and get it out without cutting me or screwing up the TVT?
Avatar f tn There are meds and diet changes that can decrease your stones for the future and save you a lot of $$, in the long run. I will tell you though, there are much better treatments for stones then in the past. Find a research or college hospital near you. They are also often more likely to have an assistance program. Find out if they have and use the Holmium laser. This laser can break up larger stones with less kidney stress etc. Good Luck!