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Kidney Stones are a Diagnosis of Exclusion!!! Introduction Testicular torsion is a time sensitive diagnosis (risk of infertility, etc) Commonly mimics kidney stones History Sudden onset pain Epididymitis tends to be slower in onset Flank/lower abdomen/scrotal pain Frequently causes vomiting Uncommon in geriatric patients Exam Perform a GU exam and look for Unequal/horizontal “lie” Testicular […]

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Kidney Stones are a Diagnosis of Exclusion!!! Step 1: Consider the Differential Diagnosis for Flank Pain Appendicitis Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Ectopic Pregnancy Testicular/Ovarian Torsion Kidney Stone Step 2: Diagnose the Kidney Stone Option 1- Renal Ultrasound Findings consistent with kidney stone diagnosis Hydronephrosis Lack of ureteral jets (in bladder) Kidney stones (poor sensitivity for this) […]