Kidney stones fall into the bladder

The dropping of kidney stones into the bladder is a normal phenomenon in the process of stone excretion, which usually means that the stones have entered the bladder through the ureter and may be excreted from the body through urination. Treatment can be achieved by drinking plenty of water, taking medicine to promote stone excretion, and surgical intervention if necessary.

1. Kidney stones fall into the bladder as a result of the stones moving from the kidneys through the ureters, which connect the kidneys to the bladder. The stones may cause severe pain during their movement. The formation of stones is related to a variety of factors, including improper diet, metabolic abnormalities, genetic factors, and long-term dehydration. A high-salt, high-protein diet, as well as abnormal calcium, oxalate, and uric acid metabolism may increase the risk of stones.

2. Drinking plenty of water is a key measure to promote the discharge of stones. Drinking 2-3 liters of water a day helps dilute urine and increase urine volume, thereby promoting the discharge of stones. Doctors may prescribe drugs such as alpha blockers such as tamsulosin or calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine to relax the ureteral smooth muscle and help the stones pass smoothly.

3. For larger stones or those that cannot be discharged naturally, surgical intervention may be required. Common surgical methods include extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), which breaks up stones with high-energy sound waves; ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URS), which directly removes or crushes stones through an endoscope; and percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), which is suitable for larger or complex kidney stones.

After kidney stones fall into the bladder, most patients can expel the stones through natural urination. However, if urination difficulties, hematuria or persistent pain occur, medical attention should be sought promptly. The doctor will develop an individualized treatment plan based on the size, location and patient condition of the stones to ensure that the stones are expelled smoothly and prevent recurrence.