How to treat 4mm kidney stones
4mmkidney stoneStones are small in size and can be eliminated by drinking plenty of water and exercising. If it cannot be passed on its own, methods such as drug expulsion or extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy are needed to help it pass.
1. General treatment
1. Drink plenty of water: patients can drink 2000-3000ml of water every day to increase urine output to flush the urethra, which is conducive to the discharge of small stones;
2. Appropriate exercise: such as skipping rope, running, climbing stairs, etc., can promote the movement and discharge of stones, but avoid strenuous activities to avoid causing pain and damaging the ureter.
Second, drug stone expulsion
For small stones that cannot be passed spontaneously, you can take potassium potassium hydrogen citrate granules to dissolve stones under the guidance of a doctor, and use α receptor blockers, such as tamsulosin hydrochloride sustained-release capsules, terazosin tablets, etc., to dilate ureteral smooth muscle and make it easier for stones to be passed. At the same time, oral sodium bicarbonate tablets can also be used to alkalize urine, inhibit the precipitation of magnesium ammonium phosphate crystals, and also facilitate the discharge of stones.
3. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy
If the stones cannot be discharged after the above methods, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time, and perform extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy under the operation of a doctor, using the energy of ultrasound to focus on a certain part of the body, so that it can produce high energy density and explode instantly, crush the stones in the body, and then excrete them through urine.
In daily life, you should also pay attention to dietary adjustment, and try not to eat foods with high oxalic acid content, such as spinach, strawberries, beans, etc., otherwise it may lead to aggravation of the condition. In addition, it is also necessary to go to the hospital regularly to review the color ultrasound of the urinary system to understand the recovery.