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Marijuana for Kidney Stone Pain: Helpful or Hype? passing stones

Can marijuana really help ease the agony of passing a kidney stone? This blog breaks down the facts behind cannabis use, its potential diuretic effect...

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Managing a Stone in the Kidney: What You Must Know passing stones

If you have a stone in the kidney, the strategy you take is very different than if the stone is already moving through the urinary tract. In this blog...

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Stents for Kidney Stones: What You Need to Know passing stones

 If you’ve had a kidney stone, chances are you’ve experienced a stent too. In this blog, I explain what stents are, when they should (and shouldn’t) b...

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How Hydration Impacts Passing Kidney Stones passing stones

Proper hydration plays a critical role in passing kidney stones effectively and minimizing pain. In this blog, you'll learn how dehydration triggers p...

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Hydronephrosis Impact on the Kidney: What You Should Know passing stones

 In this blog, I break down the real impact of hydronephrosis on your kidney's structure and function. From mild swelling to severe damage, your kidne...

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Understanding the 4 Grades of Hydronephrosis passing stones

 If you’ve ever been told you have hydronephrosis, it can sound alarming. But not every case means your kidneys are in danger. In this blog, I walk yo...

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What to Know About Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) passing stones

 In this blog, I explain exactly what happens during a Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) procedure—how it works, who it’s for, and what to expect. I...

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Understanding Ureteroscopy (URS) for Kidney Stones passing stones

 In this blog, I explain everything you need to know about ureteroscopy (URS)—what it is, how it works, and when it's recommended. We’ll go over how t...

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Shockwave Lithotripsy (SWL): Is It Worth It? passing stones

 In this blog, I break down everything you need to know about shockwave lithotripsy (SWL)—how it works, who it’s right for, and what success actually ...

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How Expulsive Therapy Helps Pass Kidney Stones Naturally passing stones

In this blog, I break down everything you need to know about expulsive therapy, one of the most underutilized but effective options for passing kidney...

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Understanding Kidney Stone Density for Better Treatment passing stones

Kidney stone density is one of the most important—and most overlooked—factors in determining the best treatment for kidney stones. In this blog, I bre...

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3 Ways to Tell If Your Kidney Stone Passed passing stones

Wondering if your kidney stone is finally gone? This blog breaks down the three most common ways to know if your kidney stone has passed—whether you’r...

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