Show Your RecoveryLaser lithotripsy is a way to treat kidney stones. This treatment uses a laser to break kidney stones into tiny pieces. For several hours after the procedure you may have a burning feeling when you urinate. You may feel the urge to go even if you don't need to. This feeling should go away within a day. Drinking a lot of water can help. Your doctor also may advise you to take medicine that numbs the burning. This medicine is called phenazopyridine. It is available by prescription as the brand name Pyridium. Your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic. This will help prevent an infection. You may have some blood in your urine for 2 or 3 days. Your doctor may have placed a small tube inside one of your ureters. Ureters are the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder. The small tube the doctor may have placed is called a stent. It may help the stone fragments pass through your body. Your doctor may remove the stent in a few weeks. Most stone fragments that are not removed will pass out of the body within 24 hours. But sometimes it can take many weeks. If you have a large stone, you may need to come back for more treatments. This care sheet gives you a general idea about how long it will take for you to recover. But each person recovers at a different pace. Follow the steps below to feel better as quickly as possible. How can you care for yourself at home?Activity
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Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It's also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. When should you call for help?Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:
Call your doctor or nurse advice line now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for any changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems. Where can you learn more?Go to https://www.healthwise.net/patientEd Enter Q239 in the search box to learn more about "Laser Lithotripsy: What to Expect at Home". What should I not eat after kidney stone surgery?limit your intake of animal protein. eat less salt, added sugar, and products containing high fructose corn syrup. avoid foods and drinks high in oxalates and phosphates. avoid eating or drinking anything which dehydrates you, such as alcohol.
Do and don'ts after kidney stone surgery?NO driving a car and limit long car rides for 2 weeks. NO strenuous exercise, limit stair climbing to minimum for 4 weeks. NO severe straining during bowel movements – take a laxative if necessary. DO drink plenty of fluids to keep your urine flow brisk.
What should you eat after kidney stones?Follow a healthy diet plan that has mostly vegetables and fruits, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Limit sugar-sweetened foods and drinks, especially those that have high fructose corn syrup. Limit alcohol because it can increase uric acid levels in the blood and avoid short term diets for the same reason.
Can we eat banana after kidney stone surgery?Banana is one such food that is very beneficial for kidney stones. Bananas have a number of health benefits and are particularly helpful in maintaining healthy kidneys. Bananas are a great source of Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 helps in increasing the production of red blood cells.
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