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Did anyone else have lasting bloating after ureterscopy and stent removal?

Stone Fighter #9910E2Stone Fighter #9910E2Sep 22, 2026👁️ 655❤️ 108
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I had a kidney stone procedure with a stent put in and taken out a couple weeks ago, and even though the bad pain is gone, I still have a lot of abdominal bloating/distention and pressure. My stomach looks way bigger than usual, and walking sometimes gives me cramps.

I’m passing gas and having bowel movements, but things still feel “off.” I quit all my pain/bladder spasm meds two weeks ago and have tried MiraLAX, Colace, Dulcolax, hydration, walking, stretching/yoga, and magnesium citrate, with only a little improvement.

I already messaged my doctor, but I’m curious whether anyone else had bloating that stuck around after a stent/procedure and how long it took to go away.

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Stone Fighter #F62B8EStone Fighter #F62B8ESep 22, 2026

Following this because I'm dealing with it right now while my stents are in. Hope somebody can share some insight.

Stone Fighter #CF1570Stone Fighter #CF1570Sep 22, 2026

For me it was constipation with no bloating . Could be your meds throwing off your gut, I used to take inno cleanse and it helped with the blasting and heartburn ,

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