What I need to know about Kidney Stones

When should I call a doctor?

Pain in the shaded areas may be caused by a kidney stone.

If you have a kidney stone, you may already know how painful it can be. Most kidney stones pass out of the body without help from a doctor. But sometimes a stone will not pass. It may even get larger. Your doctor can help.

You should call a doctor if you have any of the following signs:

  • extreme pain in your back or side that will not go away
  • blood in your urine
  • fever and chills
  • vomiting
  • urine that smells bad or looks cloudy
  • a burning feeling when you urinate

These may be signs of a kidney stone that needs a doctor's care.

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