• male
• 40 Years
• 14/08/2025

I have a 7mm stone in my left kidney causing stomach and kidney pain do I need surgery to get it removed or are there other options?

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I'm really concerned because for the past couple of days, I've been having trouble getting an erection, whether I'm trying to be intimate with my partner or even just watching porn. What could be causing this issue, and should I be worried about it?

You may be experiencing erectile dysfunction. I recommend trying a medication like Viagra (Sildenafil) 50mg about 30 minutes to 1 hour before sexual activity. Make sure to consult with your doctor before starting any new medication.

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I'm noticing that when I pee, there are two streamsone's stronger and the other's weaker. This causes a lot of spraying, but there's no pain or burning. I'm trying to figure out what's going on. Could this be something I should be worried about?

The presence of two streams of urine, with one being weaker, and spraying, without pain or burning sensation, could be indicative of a urethral stricture, bladder neck contracture, or a condition called urethral duplication, but it's essential to consult a urologist

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I have a 67mm kidney stone stuck in my right ureter - is there any way to get rid of it without going through surgery? I'm really hoping for non-surgical options if possible

A 67mm stone usually needs surgical removal; non-surgical options are rarely effective at this size.

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