By Team SLG Hospitals by ADYP Healthcare

It hit him out of nowhere …

Recently, a young software professional from Bachupally came to us with a sharp pain that he had been ignoring for months.

He said he was in the middle of a regular workday when a sharp, stabbing pain gripped his lower back. It came in waves — intense one moment, slightly better the next. He thought maybe it was just gas or dehydration or he’d pulled a muscle. His friend suggested rest and home remedies.

But then the pain became unbearable.
It spread towards the stomach or groin.
Also, there was burning while passing urine.

Finally, a trip to the emergency room of SLG Hospitals by ADYP Healthcare, the best nephrology hospital in Nizampet, revealed the real culprit — kidney stone.

You’d be surprised to know how many people have been through exactly the same situation.

Kidney stones are far more common than most of us realise, and the first question almost everyone asks is: “Will it go away on its own?”

SO, CAN KIDNEY STONES PASS ON THEIR OWN?

The short answer is — sometimes, yes.

Smaller kidney stones—typically less than 5 mm in size—may pass spontaneously through the urinary tract without surgical intervention. However, spontaneous passage does not imply that the process is either painless or without risk.

It often requires:

• Adequate hydration (2–3 litres of water per day, unless medically contraindicated)
• Pain management under medical supervision
• Monitoring for signs of infection or urinary obstruction
• Regular follow-up with a nephrologist or urologist

WHY DO KIDNEY STONES DEVELOP?

Kidney stone formation is usually multifactorial and is commonly associated with lifestyle, dietary habits, and underlying medical conditions, including:

• Inadequate fluid intake leading to concentrated urine
• High salt and processed food consumption
• Family history of nephrolithiasis
• Metabolic conditions such as diabetes and obesity

CAN A SMALL STONE BECOME A SERIOUS PROBLEM?

Yes, sometimes it can.

While small stones may pass spontaneously, they can sometimes increase in size or become lodged within the urinary tract. This may lead to complications such as:

• Sudden and severe flank pain
• Difficulty or obstruction in urination
• Urinary tract infections accompanied by fever
• Haematuria (blood in urine)

HOW CAN THE RISK OF KIDNEY STONES BE REDUCED?

Preventive measures play a key role in reducing recurrence and formation of kidney stones. These include:

• Maintaining adequate daily hydration
• Reducing excessive salt intake
• Limiting consumption of sugary and carbonated beverages
• Regular physical activity to support metabolic health
• Seeking early medical attention for symptoms such as burning urination, recurrent infections, or blood in urine

HOW ARE KIDNEY STONES TREATED?

Management depends on the size, location, and type of stone.

Small stones may be managed conservatively with medication and hydration. Larger or symptomatic stones may require advanced medical procedures such as extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) or minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for safe removal.

The biggest advantage today is that many advanced treatments are minimally invasive, involve shorter hospital stays, and allow faster recovery compared to older surgical methods.

ACCESS TO ADVANCED KIDNEY CARE CLOSE TO HOME

When kidney-related pain strikes, the last thing you want is to travel far for reliable care. At SLG Hospitals by ADYP Healthcare — recognized as the Best Nephrology Hospital in Nizampet — patients benefit from comprehensive kidney care supported by experienced nephrologists, advanced diagnostic facilities, and a full spectrum of treatment options under one roof.