I was just diagnosed with Medullary Sponge Kidney. I have a kidney stones that s 10mm (penny size) my kidney is also very enlarged and infected. The stone is near the top of my kidney. Well I had surgery yesterday to have a stent placed..but the stone is still in tact. The urologist did not try to crush the stone or get rid of it yet. I am not too sure what happned next when I go back to see him next week. What will they do from here ?? Also I m in a lot of pain from this stent. Contrast cramping and burning and discomfort. Not just when I use the bathroom. It s very consistent. Also my urine is dark red blood with some clots. I am worried since I have MSK. and the stone is still in place. My doctor is hard to reach so please give me some answers!!
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. As a Urologist, I can fully understand your concern. In MSK, stones and urinary infection(UTI), are very common. A stent is placed prior to crushing the stone with lithography. The stent can cause irritation and pain, as well as bleeding, which then turns the urine to a darker color, and with clots. If you can send the scan, urine and blood reports to me, as a direct question, I can advise expert management for the same. Chat Doctor.  Manga.