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FAQs

Yes , with adequate hydration , proper diet with moderate intake of salt, animal protein , caffeinated beverages and some other dietary modifications, kidney stones can be prevented.

Yes , patients who have had kidney stone once can have them again . But with dietary and lifestyle modifications and regular checkup they can be prevented or treated earlier.

No , the need for the surgery depends on the symptoms, blood test and radiological findings.

Many patients do not require surgery and can be treated with correct medicines.

Adequately hydrated person should pass urine which appears clear . If a person is passing dark yellow colored urine it indicates that the water intake is insufficient.

Exact amount of water intake depends upon the person's height, weight, duration of outdoor activities, physically strenuous work , occupation and season if the year.

Yes , it is possible in today's Era with advancement in LASER technology to undergo procedures without any stitches. But all patients are not candidates for these procedures

By adequate hydration, strict hygiene of private parts , optimum control of blood sugar levels , avoiding rampant use of over the counter drugs and antibiotics urinary tract infections can be prevented.

No , it could be a symptom of bladder outlet obstruction or problems in the ability of bladder to store urine. People with this symptom should visit urologist for further evaluation.

Yes , with proper lifestyle modification , exercises and medicines in some cases ,most of the patients can regain urine control.

No ,aging does not result in loss of erections and sexual desire. If a person is experiencing any type of sexual dysfunction they can visit a urologist and get treatment for the same.

No , it is a misconception among many people that nocturnal emission causes weakness and poor health. It is a common phenomenon which needs to be dealt with sensitivity and medical knowledge.

Yes , depending on the stage of disease , correct treatment can cure patients from cancer.

Various modes of treatment for cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, targeted therapies etc.

Yes , it can increase the chances of urinary infection if blood sugars are not kept under check.

Yes ,if a person has to undergo removal of a kidney due to some disease then the other kidney will take over the function and patient can lead a normal life .