Kidney stones are solid deposits of crystals, usually made of calcium oxalate, which form in the kidneys, bladder, urethra and the ureter. They can be very painful.
Why do kidney stones form?
Symptoms of Kidney Stones In the initial stages, the person does not usually exhibit any symptoms. When the stones move into the ureter, which is the tube connecting the kidney and the bladder, the following symptoms of kidney stones can be observed:
Treatment for kidney stones Kidney stone treatment depends on their size as well as the composition. Small-sized stones can be treated in the following ways: Drinking water: Adequate consumption of liquids can help flush out the smaller kidney stones out of the system. Medication: Pain relievers such as ibuprofen, medicines like diuretics and alpha-blocer drugs are also effective. Stones which are bigger in size can be treated in the following ways: Lithotripsy: This method employs sound waves to create strong vibrations that can break up large stones into smaller pieces that can be easily removed from the body. Ureteroscopy: A thin tube is inserted through the urinary tract in order to break up the stones into smaller fragments which are then removed through the tube. Kidney Stone Surgery: A surgical procedure called percutaneous nephrolithotomy, by which kidney stones are removed through a small incision in the person’s back may be performed if the lithotripsy was unsuccessful.
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