OT - Kidney Stone update

First, thank you all for the support you have given me through this painful experience. Now - the update. I went and had pictures taken yesterday and followed up with the Urologist today. The stone hasn't moved and since it is causing constant pain, we decided to go get it. He will go in with a scope, break it up and remove it. He will put in a stint that will stay for several days. How long will depend on "how beat up" my kidney is. I start on Anti-biotics tomorrow to make sure I don't develope an infection before, during or after the procedure. I'm not so excited about having to have it removed but I am greatful that I won't have to wait on the edge of my seat indefinately, until it passes. Apparantly, due to its size, there was only about a 40% chance I was going to pass it on my own anyway.  Now, I'm waiting for the surgery cooridinator to contact me to schedule. The Dr. does intend to have me all healed up in time to go to Canada on the 23rd.  Thanks again for bein here! Sue

Well thank God they are taking care of it now! When I had mine, they played games with me and it was insane!!  The actual procedure won't be bad, but I must admit that having the stent was one of the worst experiences of my life!!! Don't want to scare you, but just want you to be aware! I had mine for 2 weeks and it was PURE HELL!!! I lived on Peridium and Vicodin. The stent makes you feel like you have a bladder infection. I would ask for Peridium up front in case it acts that way for you! I will pray it doesn't have to stay in too long!!! I'm praying you have a MUCH better experience than I did and I will be thrilled for you if you do!!!  You are in my thoughts and prayers (still)!!!    big hugs, Becky

Thanks for the warning Becky. I've been reading about stents and they do NOT sound like fun at all! Hopefully it won't have to be in there for long. thanks for the prayers! Sue

Well dang Sue, I am so sorry you have to go through this. I was thinking about you the other day. I think it's good you are getting that dang thing out of there.  Please keep us posted. Here's to a speedy quick recovery. Let us know when your date is. Hugs, J

Thanks for the hug Jaime! I needed it LOL. Will keep you posted. Sue

My poor secret pal!!!    I'm sorry you have to go thru this, but know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.  Please keep us updated, ok?  I send my love and healing    thoughts your way...Your SPinSC. 

Thank you SPinSC! You have been so great to me and I appreciate everything! Thanks for the love and such, it really does help. I'll keep you posted. Sue

Sorry to hear about the surgery.  It is a blessing we have Urologist!!  I had a stone and had to have it removed.  They pounded it out, but I didn't need the stint.  You should be better in a while.  It makes me want to sip more water now...Brian

Thanks Brian! Yes, the Urologist is a blessing. Drink tha****er! Sue