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Urethral Stone


Overview of Urethral Stone

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The ureter is a tubular structure that connects the kidney to the bladder. Stones that develop within the kidney will often migrate down the ureter. Most stones less than 6 mm in size will eventually pass into the bladder. However, larger stones may become lodged within the ureter.

Causes of Urethral Stone

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Kidney stones frequently migrate into the ureter. Similar pain can be produced by blood clots or tissue fragments that become lodged in the ureter.

Signs and Symptoms of Urethral Stone

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Pain in the lower abdomen, either on the right of left, may be caused by kidney stones or ureteral stones. Fragments that become lodged in the lower half of the ureter produce pain that is usually constant and may spread into the genital region. Simultaneously, there may be low back pain or flank pain. Blood in the urine frequently may occur.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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