- Burning and irritation when urinating
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Urinating in small amounts
- Blood in urine or dark urine
- Discomfort or pain in the kidney/flank area when urinating
  (this is due to some of the urine going back up the stent when
  the bladder contracts)

These are normal and expected side effects from the stent. You can take Azo-standard (over the counter) to help with the frequency and burning. If your urologist prescribed pain medication you may take that as well.

Most stents are typically left in for 5-7 days and are removed in the office. In some cases, they may be in for longer periods. Your urologist should inform you or your family member how long the stent is needed.

When your stent is removed you may have flank pain later that day due to spasms of the ureter. Sitting in a hot tub will help with this discomfort and it usually resolves by the following day.


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