Kidney Stone Treatment
Kidney Stone Treatment in Spain and Portugal from UrgentDoc: a licensed, English-speaking doctor by video, usually within minutes, 24/7. Consultations from €39, with any prescription sent to your pharmacy.
About Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They can affect any part of your urinary tract. Passing kidney stones can be quite painful, but they usually cause no permanent damage if recognized in a timely fashion. Treatment ranges from pain management to medication to help pass stones.
Common Symptoms
- Severe, sharp pain in side and back below ribs
- Pain that radiates to lower abdomen and groin
- Pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
- Pain during urination
- Pink, red, or brown urine
- Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
- Nausea and vomiting
- Persistent need to urinate
- Fever and chills if infection present
Common Causes
- Dehydration
- Diet high in protein, sodium, or sugar
- Obesity
- Digestive diseases and surgeries
- Medical conditions (renal tubular acidosis, cystinuria)
- Family or personal history of kidney stones
- Certain medications and supplements
Treatment Options
- Prescription pain medications
- Alpha blockers (tamsulosin) to help pass stones
- Anti-nausea medications
- Hydration guidance
- Stone analysis recommendations
- Prevention strategies
- Dietary modifications
- Referral for larger stones (lithotripsy, surgery)
When to Seek Medical Attention
While many cases of kidney stones can be treated online, you should seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- •Severe pain that won't let you sit still
- •Pain with nausea and vomiting
- •Blood in urine
- •Fever and chills with pain
- •Difficulty passing urine
- •Need pain management for kidney stone
- •Want to discuss stone prevention
- •Severe symptoms (seek emergency care)
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How It Works
Get treated for kidney stones in three simple steps
Book Online
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See a Doctor
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Get Treatment
Receive your prescription at your local pharmacy or treatment plan.
Kidney Stones Treatment FAQs
Can online doctors help with kidney stone pain?
Yes, our doctors can prescribe pain medications, alpha blockers to help pass stones, and anti-nausea medications. For severe symptoms, they'll direct you to appropriate emergency care.
What medication helps pass kidney stones?
Alpha blockers like tamsulosin can relax the ureter and help stones pass more easily. Our doctors can prescribe this along with pain management medications.
When should I go to the ER for kidney stones?
Seek emergency care for severe uncontrolled pain, inability to keep down fluids, fever with pain, or inability to urinate. Our doctors can help assess if your symptoms require ER care.
How can I prevent future kidney stones?
Staying hydrated, dietary changes, and sometimes medication can prevent stones. Our doctors will provide personalized prevention advice based on your stone type.
Do all kidney stones need surgery?
No, most small stones (under 5mm) pass on their own with proper treatment. Our doctors will assess your situation and refer for procedures only if needed.