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What do I take to my AME exam if I have or have had kidney stones?

According to the FAA AME Guide, if you have a history of kidney stones, the information you need to provide to your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) will vary based on how long ago your most recent episode was and complications. See Kidney Stone(s) (Nephrolithiasis, Renal Calculi) or Renal Colic

If you had a kidney stone within the past 5 years with no complications you will need: