Kidney stones in the bladder causing frequent urination

Kidney stones left in the bladder may cause frequent urination, mainly because the stones irritate the bladder wall or block the urethra, causing discomfort during urination. Treatments include medical stone removal, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, and surgical stone removal. At the same time, adjusting diet and increasing water intake can help prevent recurrence.

1. Reasons why kidney stones remain in the bladder

Once a kidney stone enters the bladder, it may not be able to be discharged smoothly due to its large size or irregular shape, irritating the bladder wall or partially blocking the urethra. When the bladder is irritated, it will frequently send out urination signals, resulting in frequent urination. The stone may cause inflammation or infection, further aggravating the symptoms of frequent urination. If the stone completely blocks the urethra, it may cause urinary retention and require emergency treatment.

2. Treatment methods

1 Drug treatment: The doctor may prescribe alpha-blockers such as tamsulosin to help relax the urethral muscles and promote the excretion of stones; painkillers such as ibuprofen to relieve pain; antibiotics to prevent or treat infection.

2 Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL): High-energy shock waves are used to break stones into small pieces, making them easier to pass naturally. It is suitable for stones with a diameter of less than 2 cm.

3Surgical stone removal: For larger or difficult-to-expel stones, transurethral cystoscopic lithotomy or open surgery can be used to directly remove the stones.

3. Adjustment of diet and lifestyle habits

1. Increase water intake: Drink 2-3 liters of water every day to dilute urine and reduce the risk of stone formation.

2. Low-salt, low-protein diet: Reduce the intake of salt and animal protein to avoid excessive concentrations of calcium and uric acid in urine.

3. Moderate exercise: such as walking, jogging, etc., can help promote the excretion of stones.

Frequent urination caused by kidney stones in the bladder requires prompt medical attention. Choose the appropriate treatment method based on the size of the stone and symptoms. Solve the stone problem through medication, surgery or extracorporeal lithotripsy, and adjust diet and lifestyle habits to prevent stone recurrence. If frequent urination is accompanied by severe pain, hematuria or difficulty urinating, seek medical attention immediately to avoid delaying treatment.