My cat is getting treatment. She is on a special diet which, of course, she refuses to eat. I have been trying a number of cat foods first to see if she will eat them and if they will work. I was told it could take months for the food to work, but that this is normal. This is my vet's recommendation, and I trust him. I do have an appointment soon to see the new doctor that joined the Columbia Animal Hospital practice and I am going to take Raven to see her about possible acupuncture, herbal remedies, and cooking Raven special food. I plan on talking to her about the medicine recommended on this forum at that time. I would never give any of my cats anything without first consulting with their doctor's. Raven is on my lap as I am typing this trying to bat my hands, so I assure you she is not suffering. Yes, I am sure there is some discomfort since the stone is there, but the stone is so small you could barely see it on the ultrasound. Raven is a very happy, loveable cat and I would never let her suffer. If the situation got much, much worse, then, of course, I would take stronger methods.