At Vitality Plus Urology, we understand the discomfort and challenges that come with ureteral stones. We are here to offer compassionate care and effective solutions to help you regain your well-being and healthy lifestyle.
With our team of experienced urologists, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to your health, we are your trusted partner in managing and treating ureteral stones.
What is the Ureter?
The ureter is a tube-like structure in the human body that carries urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder. Each kidney has one ureter, and they play a crucial role in the excretory system by transporting urine, which contains waste products and excess substances filtered from the blood, to the bladder for storage and eventual elimination from the body.
What is a ureteral stone?
A stone forms in the ureter when you have an imbalance in molecular components such as calcium, oxalate and phosphate, and their concentrations in your urine. If overpopulated, these molecules join together to form crystals, grow and eventually result in stones of varying sizes. The most common types of stone are made of a combination of calcium and oxalate. But these “calcium” stones are usually unrelated to the amount of calcium in your diet. It’s common to feel the need to urinate more often, or to feel a burning sensation when you urinate. It can be difficult to start urinating. Or, you may feel that you are not emptying your bladder completely.
Some other very common symptoms include:
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Pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
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Pain or burning sensation while urinating
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Severe, sharp pain in the side and back, below the ribs
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Pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin
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Pink, red or brown urine
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A persistent need to urinate
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Urinating more often than usual or urinating in small amounts
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Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
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Nausea and vomiting
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Fever and chills if an infection is present
Do the answers to these questions sound like what you are experiencing? Contact us and speak to an expert at Vitality Plus Urology to see which treatment options are best for you.