How Do I Proceed To Treat And Recover From Painful Kidney Stones While On Diclofenac?

Posted on Fri, 1 Jun 2018

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Question : Yesterday I experienced unbearable pair in the lower back on the right side. Doctor gave diclofenac injection and it got reduced. Got USG scan done today. I was diagnosed with kidney stones last year, still two stones are pending. please advise on the next steps and on the diet.

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I need some more information.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I would like to have some more information.
1.Whether Stone/stones are present in the Kidney or blocked in the Ureter?
2.What is the Size of the Stone/stones?
Management of the Kidney stone depends on the Size and Location of the Stone.
Regarding diet,you can take Plenty of liquids, Bananas, Carrot, Pineapple,Lemon,Fish etc
You should avoid Tomatoes, Cauliflower, Mushrooms,Brinjal, Cabbage etc.Chicken and Mutton consumption should be reduced.
Hope I answered your question.If you come back with the Size and Exact location of Stone,I will clarify further.
Nothing to worry.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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