When do I go to the hospital for a possible kidney stone?
Episode description
In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet podcast, Jill Harris discusses the critical signs and symptoms that indicate when someone should seek emergency care for kidney stones. Jill shares her extensive experience as a Kidney Stone Prevention Nurse, emphasizing the importance of recognizing severe symptoms such as intense pain, fever, and changes in urine color. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating the healthcare system and the importance of timely medical attention to prevent serious complications like sepsis.
Takeaways
- Kidney stones can cause excruciating pain and serious complications.
- Not all kidney stone patients experience pain; some may pass stones without it.
- Fever is a significant sign of infection and requires immediate medical attention.
- Intense, unrelenting pain is a key indicator to go to the ER.
- Cloudy or red urine can indicate infection or serious conditions like bladder cancer.
- Inability to urinate can signal a blockage and necessitates urgent care.
- Frequent UTIs may be linked to kidney stones and should be discussed with a doctor.
- Healthcare access can be a barrier to seeking emergency care.
- Timely intervention is crucial to prevent severe outcomes like sepsis.
- Patients should be proactive in discussing symptoms and treatment options with their healthcare providers.
00:00 Understanding Kidney Stones and Their Risks
02:24 Recognizing Symptoms and When to Seek Help
05:41 The Importance of Timely Medical Attention
11:40 Navigating Healthcare Challenges and Patient Advocacy
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For over 25 years, Jill Harris has been a kidney stone prevention nurse helping patients reduce their kidney stone risk. Drawing from her work with world-renowned University of Chicago nephrologist, Dr. Fred Coe, and the thousands of patients she's worked with directly, she created the Kidney Stone Diet®. With a simple, self-guided online video course, meal plans, ebooks, and group coaching, Kidney Stone Diet® is Jill's effort to help as many patients as possible stop making kidney stones for good.