Diseases
kidney stones
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Overview
Kidney stones (also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
Symptoms
- severe, sharp pain in the side and back, below the ribs
- pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin
- pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
- pain or burning sensation while urinating
- pink, red or brown urine, cloudy or foul-smelling urine
Causes
- kidney stones form when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances — such as calcium, oxalate and uric acid — than the fluid in the urine can dilute. at the same time ...
- the urine may lack substances that prevent crystals from sticking together, creating an ideal environment for kidney ...
- stones to form.
Risk factors
- family or personal history.
- dehydration, certain diets.
- certain supplements and medications, such as vitamin c, dietary supplements, etc
Diagnosis
- blood testing.
- imaging
- urine testing.
- analysis of passed stones.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is kidney stones?
Kidney stones (also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
What are the symptoms of kidney stones?
severe, sharp pain in the side and back, below the ribs, pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin, pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity, pain or burning sensation while urinating, pink, red or brown urine, cloudy or foul-smelling urine
What causes kidney stones?
kidney stones form when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances — such as calcium, oxalate and uric acid — than the fluid in the urine can dilute. at the same time ...; the urine may lack substances that prevent crystals from sticking together, creating an ideal environment for kidney ...; stones to form.
Which medicines are used for kidney stones?
atropine sulphate-colchicine-piperazine, magnesium citrate, potassium citrate, potassium citrate-citric acid, potassium sodium hydrogen citrate
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