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What to do if I kidney stone(s) block the ureter ?
If you have any indication like a stone or multiple pieces blocked in the urinary path and further blocking the urine flow or/and causing pain, you can choose from the following options:
Wait for the stone to pass while using medicine to control the pain. Your doctor may also prescribe a medicine to help the stone pass, such as a calcium channel blocker.
Use ESWL to break up the stone in the hope that the pieces of stone pass more quickly with less pain.
Use another option, such as percutaneous nephrolithotomy or nephrolithotripsy, ureteroscopy, or open surgery.
The decision about which option to use greatly depends upon your personal feelings and your medical status.



