How to BALLOT THE KIDNEYS | Correct technique demonstrated for palpating the kidneys - OSCE skills

[@ukar69]

I’ve got polycystic kidney disease and my kidneys are huge. It’s always fun when a new doctor gives them a feel, it’s a bit of a surprise.

[@DrODonovan]

Not actually felt many in the past - I’m sure many medical students ask you to examine you. Wishing you the best Paul

[@ukar69]

@@DrODonovan before my transplant I’d been in hospital a few times with things like burst kidney cysts and peritonitis. Medical students would sometimes come around and diagnose me, a good learning experience for them and a bit of a shock to see how big kidneys can get, they’re both about a foot long!

[@МариамЗссам]

Thank you ❤

[@DrODonovan]

You're welcome 😊

[@Even_cats_smile]

Thx

[@DrODonovan]

Pleasure

[@willieg9731]

can this be used too feel stones in kidney?

[@DrODonovan]

No. Imaging would be needed eg. Ultrasound or CT KUB

[@happyboy8209]

Love You 💕 Dear , ❤️

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks for watching

[@rathodankit6003]

😊

[@cleocatra9324]

Can you have kidney pain from autoimmune disease ie no stones/ clear cause for inflammation?

[@MawaAlyafrosi]

Yes Many Inflammatory diseases can affect the kidneys!

[@DrODonovan]

Unsure

[@cleocatra9324]

@@MawaAlyafrosi my dr suspect endometriosis on kidney as it doesn’t show up on most tests

[@Mmvk_22]

Sure , you may have a prominent pain in severe cases of stones . I've already had this trouble pain in my left kidney, especially during cold 🥶 weather.

[@eddy1978]

❤️

[@DrODonovan]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@DevenderBaisoya]

Isn't it better to get the hips and knees flexed?

[@DrODonovan]

I believe I stated this in the video

[@theflyingfish_void]

It is a must

[@maryams.3570]

All love 🤍

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks