Kidney Stones
Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) are hard mineral and salt crystals that form inside the kidneys and can cause excruciating pain when they pass through the urinary tract. Stones smaller than 5 mm may pass naturally with fluids and medication. Larger or obstructing stones require intervention. Iswarya Hospital's Urology department offers RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) and PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) — minimally invasive laser procedures that eliminate stones with a single day's hospitalisation and rapid recovery.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
- Severe, wave-like pain in the flank or lower back (renal colic)
- Blood in urine (haematuria)
- Frequent and painful urination
- Nausea and vomiting during pain episodes
- Fever and chills if infection accompanies the stone
🚨 When to See a Doctor
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for an appointment callback. Seek emergency care. For a routine concern, our care team can help you choose the appropriate specialist. This page cannot diagnose your symptoms.
🏥 Treatment at Iswarya Hospital
Advanced diagnostic and surgical care for adult and pediatric urological conditions, led by Dr. Prabhu.
👨⚕️ Our Urology Specialists
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Urology – CMC Vellore), DrNB (Urology)
10+ Years Experience
ℹ️ This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.
Plan your first visit
Not sure which specialist to see? Tell our care team the reason for your visit and we will help you choose.
- Bring previous prescriptions, relevant test reports or scan images, a medication list and photo ID.
- If you plan to use insurance, bring your policy details. OPD, tests and admission benefits depend on your individual plan and approval.
- Your first consultation determines which tests or treatments are needed; not everyone needs every test listed on this page.
Appointments are requests until confirmed. In a medical emergency, call 044 2025 2025 or go to the nearest emergency department.