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Kidney Stones
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Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form in the kidneys. They can cause severe pain, urinary problems, and may lead to complications if not treated promptly.
What are Kidney Stones?
Kidney stones develop when the urine contains high levels of minerals, such as calcium, oxalate, and uric acid, which crystallize and form solid masses in the kidneys.
Causes of Kidney Stones
- Dehydration: Not drinking enough water concentrates urine, increasing the risk of mineral crystallization and stone formation.
- High Salt & Sugar Intake: Excess sodium and sugar in the diet can lead to higher calcium and uric acid levels, promoting stones.
- Obesity & Poor Lifestyle: Being overweight or inactive increases the likelihood of developing kidney stones over time.
- Medical Conditions & Medications: Conditions like gout, urinary tract infections, and certain medications can increase stone formation risk.
Symptoms of Kidney Stones
- Common symptoms include severe pain in the back or side, blood in urine, frequent urination, nausea, and discomfort while urinating.
Treatment Options
- Medications: Pain relievers, alpha-blockers, and specific drugs help manage symptoms, relax the urinary tract, and prevent new stone formation.
- Non-Surgical Procedures: Treatments like Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) use sound waves to break stones into smaller pieces that can pass naturally.
- Surgical Treatments: For large or complex stones, procedures like ureteroscopy or percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) are performed to remove or break the stones effectively.
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