What are the treatments for ureteric calculi? Small stones usually do not require medical treatment. They often pass out naturally through urine without causing severe symptoms. For larger stones, a doctor may prescribe medications that temporarily dilate the ureter. If stones cannot be removed with medication, other treatment methods are used:

Did you know that if you don’t drink enough water and become dehydrated, you may develop kidney stones? Kidney stones are formed when minerals and acidic salts in your urine crystallize. How do you know if you have kidney stones? Kidney stones can form anywhere along the urinary tract, such as the kidneys, ureters, or […]

How can you help your friends who drink alcohol, smoke, or chew betel leaves prevent oral cancer? Oral cancer is the most common cancer among men in Sri Lanka. Before cancer develops in the mouth, several early changes may appear. Early warning signs in the mouth: To detect these changes, you should examine your mouth […]

Did you know that if you sit on the toilet for a long time while using your phone, you may increase the risk of developing hemorrhoids? Symptoms of hemorrhoids may include bleeding during bowel movements and a feeling of a lump near the anal area. If you develop hemorrhoids, these are some of the possible […]

You may have heard the word appendicitis, but do you actually know what it is? And what happens if your appendix is removed? Let’s understand it clearly. What is the Appendix? At the beginning of your large intestine (colon), there is a small, pouch-like organ called the appendix. If this small opening gets blocked for […]

Did you know that your neck can swell if your body becomes iodine deficient—even if salt contains iodine? Even though many people know that salt contains iodine, did you know that your neck can swell like this if your body does not get enough iodine? Many common mistakes made when adding salt to food can […]