my wife has a 6mm kidney stone in the mid pole of her left kidney can it be dissolved naturally or does she need surgery

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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A 6mm kidney stone in the mid-pole of the left kidney is unlikely to pass naturally and often requires medical intervention. While it's possible to pass a stone of this size on its own, the likelihood is significantly lower compared to smaller stones. Surgery might be recommended if the stone is causing severe pain, infection, or a blockage

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Answered 14/08/2025

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