Patient's question:
The child had lower back pain two days ago. Yesterday, they went to the hospital for an outpatient visit and had an ultrasound. The results showed left renal pelvis fusion of 1.4, hydronephrosis with a 0.8 cm long-axis strong echo spot in the mid ureter, and upper-middle ureteral stone extension. They will have a CT scan on Monday. Today, the child doesn’t seem to be in much pain, but there is a sense of heaviness in the lower back. I want to understand the severity of the condition and how it should be treated.Doctor's answer:
According to your condition, if it's a large stone in the kidney without causing hydronephrosis, it's usually asymptomatic and is often discovered during a health check-up. If the kidney stone causes hydronephrosis, you may experience discomfort and pain in the waist. Additionally, during the upward passage of the kidney stone, acute waist and abdominal pain may recur, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, digestive symptoms, and even hematuria. I wish you a speedy recovery!