I had kidney stone removal and insertion of a stent 48 hours ago. I ve had minimal discomfort until tonight. After my shower I noticed blood when wiping and am experiencing severe pain in the stent area. I ve also begun to feel an almost constant need to urinate. I m wondering if a trip to the ER is called for or, if this is normal and I should contact my doctor during office hours.
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. As a Urologist, let me assure you, that the pain keeps decreasing each day. If the pain is very severe, you should go and get a painkiller injection in ER. Usually, after stent placement, an analgesic is prescribed for a few days. When the stent moves in bladder, one feels the urge to pass urine. Also, in some people, bleeding may occur with stent movement, especially, if the stone was large, and present for some time, before treatment. If you've any other doubt, you may contact me by name. Wish you well.