Understand the stone. Protect the flow of urine.

A stone in the ureter may cause sudden pain or affect drainage from the kidney. The first step is an assessment of symptoms and any obstruction.

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Understanding ureteric stones

A ureteric stone is a urinary stone in the ureter. Its position, size and effect on the kidney matter when planning care.

Symptoms and concerns to discuss

Side pain that may move toward the groin
Urinary urgency
Blood in urine
Nausea or vomiting

Some symptoms should not wait.

Severe pain, fever with urinary symptoms, inability to pass urine, heavy bleeding or sudden testicular pain needs urgent medical attention.

When should you see a urologist?

Arrange an assessment for persistent symptoms, a new change, recurrent problems or a concern you would like to understand. Seek immediate care for urgent symptoms rather than waiting for an appointment.

How is it evaluated?

Imaging and urine testing may help establish the position of a stone and whether infection is present. Kidney function may also need checking.

Possible treatment approaches

Observation or medication may be suitable in selected circumstances. Follow-up is important even if the pain settles.

When might a procedure be considered?

Ureteroscopy with stone fragmentation, known as URSL, may be considered. Urgent drainage may be required when obstruction is associated with infection; definitive stone treatment can be planned separately.

Why consult MUSIC?

Discuss your concern with Dr. Sukesh Sindhey S in a focused specialist setting. Ask about the findings, alternatives and what each option means for you. Where hospital care or another specialist is needed, the next step can be discussed.

Common questions

Can kidney stones pass naturally?

Some small stones can pass without a procedure. Size, position, symptoms, infection and kidney function affect what is safe. A clinician should advise on observation and follow-up.

When does a kidney stone need surgery?

A procedure may be considered for obstruction, persistent symptoms, stones unlikely to pass or other clinical reasons. Fever with urinary symptoms or uncontrolled pain needs urgent assessment.

What is RIRS?

Retrograde intrarenal surgery uses a flexible scope passed through the urinary tract to reach a stone inside the kidney. It is one possible option; suitability depends on the individual assessment.

This information is intended for general education and does not replace individual medical evaluation. A procedure described here may not be suitable for every patient.

Further patient information

You don’t have to keep guessing what the symptom means.

Whether the concern is painful, persistent or difficult to talk about, start with a conversation about what is happening and what to do next.