HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Why Am I Getting Black Piece Of Gravel In Urine?

I saw what looked to be like a black piece of gravel when I urinated. I only have one kidney so when I saw this I thought it could be a stone. I past gravel every so often so I didnt think it was a big deal. I retreaved it from the toilet and when I pushed on it on the white counter top it appeared to be blood that came out of it. I dont know what to do please help. Thanks
Tue, 5 Dec 2017
Report Abuse
Urologist,  's  Response
Hi, I’ve looked at your symptoms and you seem to have passed out a kidney stone.
Normally it’s not a major cause for worry and it is usual to pass a little bit of blood when a stone passes out, but I would like to caution you that you need specialist evaluation because of two things
One is the fact that you have repeated episodes of passing gravel, which means you have an underlying tendency for stone formation.
The next is because of the fact the you have only one kidney, it’s possible for any of these stones to cause obstruction and lead to kidney failure.
Hope this was helpful
Regards,
Dr Karthik Rajan
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult a Urologist online for consultation about prostate and bladder problems, sexual dysfunction, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, urinary incontinence, impotence and erectile dysfunction - Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Why Am I Getting Black Piece Of Gravel In Urine?

Hi, I’ve looked at your symptoms and you seem to have passed out a kidney stone. Normally it’s not a major cause for worry and it is usual to pass a little bit of blood when a stone passes out, but I would like to caution you that you need specialist evaluation because of two things One is the fact that you have repeated episodes of passing gravel, which means you have an underlying tendency for stone formation. The next is because of the fact the you have only one kidney, it’s possible for any of these stones to cause obstruction and lead to kidney failure. Hope this was helpful Regards, Dr Karthik Rajan