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Q: Dizziness after Lithotripsy

asked by: ddn1313 on March 21st, 2009

New User

I had Lithotripsy 3/19/09. I passed a few stones and have one left in the opposite kidney. I have been constantly DIZZY with no other noticeable symptoms. I'm not taking any medication and have no history of dizziness. Other than being constantly dizzy, I feel fine. Any ideas?

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MandMs

replied on March 24th, 2009

Extremely eHealthy

Dizziness could be a side effect of some painkillers or sedatives used during the procedure.
Sometimes, a medicine known as tamsulosin (smooth muscle relaxant, affecting wall muscles of urinary tract) is given after lithotripsy for shortening the stone expulsion time.
Dizziness is a side effect of this drug, too.
Also, check your blood pressure.

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