Kidney stones usually pass on their own without causing any long-term problems. If they don’t, or if you’re in a lot of pain, your doctor can break up or remove the crystals.
Your treatment depends on where and how big your stone is and what symptoms you have.
First, You Wait
If your stone doesn’t bother you, your doctor may suggest you wait 2-4 weeks for it to pass on its own. They may tell you to drink extra water to help flush it out of your body.
They may ask you to catch the stone in a strainer when you pee. A lab can test it for minerals to see if medication might prevent more stones.
Medicines
If you’re in discomfort, you can manage your symptoms while you wait for the stone to exit.
Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help. You might also need a drug to ease nausea.
Prescription drugs can help:
