- Male
- 29 Years
- 29/01/2025
I recently had a urine culture test, and it came back showing a Staphylococcus aureus infection. Could you give me some advice on what steps I should take next? I'm feeling a bit concerned and would appreciate any guidance you can offer.
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A 6mm kidney stone can be treated with a combination of medications and lifestyle changes to encourage it to pass naturally, or it may require surgery like lithotripsy. The decision depends on factors like the stone's location, size, type, and whether it's causing complications like obstruction or infection
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I've got a 5.6mm stone in my right kidney and it's causing a lot of pain. It's really uncomfortable and on top of that, I'm dealing with gastric problems. What should I do? Could you recommend some good doctors for consultation? I'm worried about how to manage the pain and these digestive issues. What possible treatments are there?
For a 5.6mm kidney stone, consider consulting a urologist or a nephrologist, and given your severe pain and gastric issues, it's essential to seek immediate medical attention from a specialist, such as a urologist, at a reputable hospital or clinic, like Apollo,
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is it safe to masturbate after fistula surgery 10 days ago if i still have an open wound
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