My father has a 6mm calculus in his left VUJ. Is surgery the only option or can it be treated with medications? We're worried about the risks and want to know what's best for him.

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I'm dealing with a bad smell coming from under my foreskin, and it's making me a bit worried. There's also some mild itching going on. I've tried washing it, but the smell just keeps coming back the next day. Could you please give me some advice on what might be happening and how to fix it?

It sounds like you may have a yeast infection or balanitis. I recommend using an antifungal cream like Clotrimazole 1% cream. Apply a thin layer to the affected area twice a day for 1-2 weeks. Make sure to keep the area clean and dry. If the symptoms persist, consult a doctor for further evaluation.

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my foreskin won't pull back without a lot of pain is there any cream or medicine that can help instead of needing surgery

Topical steroid creams may help retract the foreskin; if ineffective, circumcision remains a definitive treatment.

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I've got this small 1.5 mm kidney stone in my lower calyx and another bigger 4 mm one stuck in my mid ureter causing mild hydroureteronephrosis. The pain in my left kidney is unbearable do I really need surgery or are there other options to manage this?

conservative tt is advised ,nephro opinion is advised.

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