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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vindhya BellamKonda, M.B.B.S [2]
Overview
The majority of patients with hydronephrosis are asymptomatic.The most common symptoms of hydronephrosis include alteration in urine output, pain, hematuria and hypertension.
History and Symptoms
- The signs and symptoms of hydronephrosis depends upon whether the obstruction is acute or chronic.
- Unilateral hydronephrosis may even occur without symptoms.
- Symptoms that occur regardless of where the obstruction lies include loin or flank pain. An enlarged kidney may be palpable on examination.
- The majority of patients with hydronephrosis are asymptomatic.
History
Patients with hydronephrosis may have a positive history of:
- Kidney stone
- Congenital malformation
- Tumor or cancer
- Prostate enlargement
- Pregnancy
Common Symptoms
Common symptoms of hydronephrosis include:[1]
- Urge to urinate in mild cases
- Increased serum creatinine
- Hematuria
- Abdomen pain
- Burning sensation while urinating
- Fever
- Weak urine stream
Less Common Symptoms
Less common symptoms of hydronephrosis include
- Strong-smelling urine
- Weakness
- Malaise
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Leg swelling