Patient's question:
Recently, my wife has been experiencing difficulty with bowel movements, and sometimes her stool contains blood. She went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with kidney stones. I want to ask if kidney stones can interfere with sexual function?Doctor's answer:
Urethral stones can be divided into primary and secondary types. Primary urethral stones are rare. In clinical diagnosis, stones that recur in the urethra often originate from the upper urinary tract, particularly the bladder, and can also occur in urethral diverticula. Severe patients with urinary tract stones may lead to urinary system diseases, thereby interfering with sexual function. Urinary tract stones are mainly caused by kidney stones, bladder stones, and ureteral stones. During the process of these stones moving upwards, they can be obstructed by urethral stenosis, leading to difficulty urinating. It is recommended to seek timely treatment to prevent the recurrence of other urinary system diseases. Develop good health habits, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and consume foods rich in vitamins and dietary fiber.