Question

How long does it take a 5 mm kidney stone to pass?

Answer 1

Kidney stones:

1. Kidney stones are also known as renal calculi and are hard deposits of mineral salts in the kidneys.
2. The composition of kidney stones is calcium oxalate, cystine, uric acid, and struvite.
3. The size of the kidney stone is a key factor that determines if the stones can be passed naturally.
4. Stones ranging from 4 mm to 6 mm in size require treatment such as shock wave lithotripsy to ease their passing and can be passed in an average of 45 days.