Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys. They can cause severe pain when they move into the urinary tract but are highly preventable and treatable.
Types of Kidney Stones
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Calcium stones (most common)
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Uric acid stones
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Struvite stones (infection-related)
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Cystine stones (rare, genetic)
Causes & Risk Factors
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Low water intake (most common cause)
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High salt intake
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Excess animal protein
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Obesity
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Recurrent urinary infections
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Family history of stones
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Certain metabolic disorders
Symptoms of Kidney Stones
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Severe pain in the side or lower back (renal colic)
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Pain radiating to abdomen or groin
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Burning sensation while urinating
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Blood in urine
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Frequent urge to urinate
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Nausea or vomiting
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Fever and chills (if infection present)