Kidney stones treatment involves managing the pain and passing or removing the stones from the urinary system. Common methods include drinking plenty of water to help pass smaller stones, taking pain relievers, using sound waves (extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy) or surgical procedures like ureteroscopy or open surgery to remove larger or obstructive stones.
Kidney stones treatment involves managing the pain and passing or removing the stones from the urinary system. Common methods include drinking plenty of water to help pass smaller stones, taking pain relievers, using sound waves (extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy) or surgical procedures like ureteroscopy or open surgery to remove larger or obstructive stones.
Kidney stones treatment in the Philippines involves using shock waves to break down large stones or minimally invasive surgery. Patients may also receive pain medication and hydration therapy.
Philippines has advanced medical facilities for kidney stone treatments, but waiting times can be long due to high demand. Costs range from PHP 50,000 to PHP 300,000 ($1,000-$6,000) depending on the procedure.