Getting ready for my ureteroscopy
Stone Fighter #775F1FAug 21, 2026👁️ 723❤️ 130- Strategy
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A week from today I'm getting a ureteroscopy—my urologist is removing 12 kidney stones from my left kidney. I have 19 stones total, but the 7 in my right kidney are smaller and less of a concern. The biggest one in my left kidney is 4 mm. My urologist told me the stent they'll place after surgery will stay in for 5 days, and if everything goes well, I should be able to take it out myself. I'm starting to feel a little anxious, so I was wondering if anyone has tips for preparing for this surgery. Thanks!
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Stone Fighter #14E681May 9, 2026Stay hydrated, eat a ton the day before, and go to bed early. Have a heating pad ready. Set up your meds and water next to your bed. Clear an easy, quick path to the bathroom. Have warm PJs waiting for when you get home.
Stone Fighter #B1DB2BMay 9, 2026**Ask for the Tria stent from Boston Scientific: it's more comfortable:** The material softens a lot once it's at body temperature, which is meant to cut down on symptoms for patients.
Stone Fighter #D39453May 10, 2026Damn, 12 stones in one kidney is a lot to knock out in one session. Being able to pull the stent out yourself is actually good news compared to what some people go through -- just make sure you're hydrating like crazy before and after so it comes out without a hitch. Before surgery, lock in your hydration baseline now. Aim for at least 2.5 to 3 liters a day heading into the procedure so your body's already used to it. Once you're healed, that becomes your maintenance baseline too -- dehydrati...
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