I've been having back pain for a few months and an ultrasound showed a 10x9mm cortical cyst in my right kidney's lower pole - should I be worried about this? Do I need surgery for something this size or can it be managed without an operation?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Undergo CT scan with contrast to find out if cyst is complex or not . If complex u may require surgery but I‚Äôm not complex nothing to worry. Ultrasound can also specify simple cyst if done by good radiologist

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Answered 14/08/2025

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It can be a bit uncomfortable but cystoscopy isn't painful.

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my sister has a 9mm kidney stone and the doctor recommended open surgery is there any other treatment option we can try instead of surgery

Yes,surgery is the only option.PCNL-percutaneous nephrolithotomy,URSL-uretroscopic lithotripsy and lastly RIRS--retrograde intrarenal surgery here a fexible scope is inserted into the kidney stone is located and fragmented into smaller pieces using a laser technolgy.But URSL is the procedure specifically used for removal of stones in the urethra and ureter by passing a flexxible tube and use of laser and fragmenting the stones and the small stones usually pass through urethra.

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I tried being intimate with my partner, but I'm struggling because I feel too weak. My weight doesn't seem to match well with my height, and I'm experiencing sexual weakness. I'm worried and not sure what to do. Can you help or suggest anything?

take nutritious food

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