Peter Kay, 52, reveals he underwent emergency surgery on kidney stones without pain relief as he details the terrifying moment his ‘world collapsed’

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Peter Kay recently had emergency surgery to remove a large kidney stone. The procedure involved fitting a stent, but unfortunately caused significant damage to his urethra.

In his new book, *Peter Kay’s Diary*, released today, the 52-year-old comedian describes a frightening health issue he faced, saying he felt like his life fell apart when he found out what the operation involved.

In his book, Peter described a health issue he first experienced several years ago. He wrote that the initial, severe pain struck while he was traveling by train to Wigan, forcing him to quickly go to the restroom.

Two days later, he developed a severe, throbbing pain in his lower back. He searched his symptoms online, and the results suggested he might have a kidney stone.

Just a day later, a CT scan at the hospital proved what I’d suspected: I had a large kidney stone blocking the drainage in my right kidney.

The urologist told me I needed immediate surgery to remove the kidney stone. He explained they’d also need to place a stent to help my kidney continue functioning properly. I was really shocked and upset.

My blood tests before the operation confirmed what the doctor suspected: my kidneys weren’t working properly. The nurse explained it gently, but I was actually relieved to have a diagnosis. It meant I wasn’t imagining things, and there was a real medical reason for how I was feeling.

Kidney stone pain is famously awful, and I was beginning to cry and even let out some whimpering noises – it felt as bad as being shot in a very sensitive area.

Peter learned the procedure would use a tiny camera with a laser to break up the kidney stone inside his body.

The actor was shocked to discover the camera would be placed inside his body in a surprising location.

Then it suddenly dawned on him what was happening. He realized the other person was referring to entering through an opening at the end of his penis.

Everything suddenly felt like it was falling apart. I was shocked and confused – he really thought he could go up there? It was clearly off-limits, private property, like something out of Area 51. There’s no way a camera, especially one with a laser, could even get up there. I seriously wondered if he was thinking clearly.

The doctor specializing in urinary health assured me I wouldn’t feel any pain. He described the procedure as easy, but I’m not sure his idea of ‘easy’ matches mine!

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2025-10-08 15:35