Has anyone had a lithotripsy (break-up kidney stone) procedure?

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08-25-2011, 06:39 PM

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HoneysMom

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I will certainly sleep better tonight after reading your responses. Thank you for the kind words and prayers. I will keep you posted as to how it goes. Thank you so much.

08-25-2011, 07:34 PM

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Eva Knight

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I've had 3. After a day you fill better.

08-25-2011, 07:47 PM

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PS Your puppy is adorable!!

08-25-2011, 07:50 PM

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I have not But my hubby has! Says It was easy! they put him out! He woke up! but sore for 2-3 days you pass very very small powderd stones so thats easy!

08-25-2011, 09:09 PM

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Jim

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I havent but have had 24 episodes of stones over 20 yrs...many hospital stays and a very close call of a kidney surgery...crossing fingers I NEVER have another attack...good luck on your surgery

08-27-2011, 09:51 PM

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Linda B

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I'm a little late with a reply, but I've had this done a least 4 times without a problem. The worst part is the stent the doctor puts in that stays for 7-10 days. It can get a little uncomfortable.