Dr Ali Beddouche · Illustrated reminder
Living with a JJ stent
An internal stent between kidney and bladder: planned removal is part of treatment.
Sources consulted on 4 October 2026 · Educational summary
Record the appointment
Write down removal or replacement date and contact details. Ask if no date is arranged.
Understand discomfort
Frequency, discomfort and some blood can occur. Worsening needs advice.
Adapt activity
Adjust exertion to symptoms and procedure-specific advice.
Protect any string
If a string exits the urethra, do not pull unless your team explicitly instructs you.