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Can high fever and chill occur due to kidney stone?

I am suffering from kidney stones. Since the size of the stones is small, the nephrologist has not advised any surgery to have the same removed. I am suddenly having fever and...
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Is surgery necessary for a mild benign prostatic hyperplasia?

My father has been diagnosed with mild benign prostatic hyperplasia. According to the nephrologist there is a surgery to correct and manage the condition. Is it the only solution...
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What is the difference between nephrolithiasis and soft tissue calcification?

My son is 14 years old and his recent X-ray shows a cluster of 3mm just above his left kidney. This could be a representation of soft tissue calcification or nephrolithiasis is...
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Proteins were detected in my urine. Is it fatal?

I am a 36 year old man and in my latest report, proteins were detected in my urine sample. What exactly does this mean and can this lead to further complications in my health?...
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Will kidney infection cause back pain?

I am a 47 year old man and suffering from a kidney infection which is being treated currently by a nephrologist. I am off late experiencing severe back pain and I am wondering...
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Am I at heightened risk for renal failure?

I had placenta previa in my last pregnancy. So far my kidney function has been okay (it's been 1 year). Am I still at extra risk for acute renal failure?
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What does blood in urine 1+ mean?

I recently underwent a urine test for a urine infection that my doctor suspected. The report showed blood in urine 1+. What does this mean? Is it a sign of something serious?...
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My mom is suffering blood in urine. Is it due to UTI or Xarelto?

My mother is 54 years old. Recently she was diagnosed with a UTI which was treated with the necessary medications. Now she has been suffering from blood in the urine. What could...
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What is the meaning of protein loss in the urine?

I am a diabetes patient and in my recent urine test report, it indicated protein loss from my body. However, due to my diabetes levels I have been asked to reduce my protein intake....
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Why is my urine dark in color?

I am a 36 year old female. I drink about a half gallon of water in a day. I have been observing my urine quantity has reduced and my urine is dark yellow in color. What could...
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Does frequent urination in pregnancy increase the risk of a urinary infection?

I am 7 months pregnant and due to my heavy pregnancy I feel the urge to urinate often. Could this put me at a high risk of a urinary infection or is it normal?
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I have a slight pain in my lower abdomen every time I urinate. What could this be?

I am having a faint pain around the lower part of my abdomen every time I try to urinate. The pain settles after I finish urinating. What could be the reason for this pain?
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My urine is extremely yellow and cloudy. Does it indicate a UTI?

My urine in the morning is extremely yellow and very cloudy. Could it be an indicator of a urinary tract infection? What are the steps to detect the same?
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Burning sensation while urinating, is this UTI?

I am a 36 year old woman and I am having a severe burning sensation whenever i urinate. Also when I have the urge to pass urine, it is accompanied by stomach cramps which subside...
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Are hot flashes during urination normal?

I am a 29 year old woman and I have suddenly been experiencing hot flashes whenever I go to urinate. The normal urge or sensation associated with urination is now replaced by...
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Can kidney disease cause low hemoglobin?

My mother is 70 years old and has been suffering from severe diabetes for almost 32 years. Her sugar levels are highly fluctuating and have gone to high levels like 300 post lunch....
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What is the cause of blood in the urine?

I am 56 years old and just today morning I saw my urine appeared to be reddish with a blood like tinge. Could this be a sign of something serious? Could it be due to a kidney...
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What are the chances of the body rejecting a kidney transplant?

My friend is 24 years old and suffered from a kidney failure. He received his father’s kidney and was coping well with it until recently when he started getting high temperature....
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For a kidney stone, is stent the only recommended option?

My father is 67 years old and had been complaining of severe pain in the stomach. Upon examination a 3cms measuring calculi was detected in his right kidney. The doctors are...
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What is the cause of frequent urination?

My mother is 67 years old and is frequently urinating beyond the normal levels. What could be the reason for this?
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