Kidney stone treatment - causes and prevention
Kidney stones or renal calculi are solid masses of mineral crystals that can originate anywhere in the renal system. Kidney stones usually develop in the kidneys, the ureter, or the bladder. When it comes in the way of urine, it can cause significant discomfort along with pain and when diagnosed, doctors will try to crush the stones with the help of shockwaves and flush it with urine. Kidney stones are painful, and so is the procedure to eliminate them. Prevention is the key to avoiding such hurdles and hospital visits. Causes and risk factors of Kidney stones: There is no particular pre-disposing factor to develop kidney stones, and anyone can get them. But those who consume less water and hold urine for long hours have a higher chance of getting kidney stones. Men have a higher risk than women as they spend most of the time outdoors. Some food items such as nuts, beets, and those rich in oxalates contribute to the formation of kidney stones. Other risk factors are, ● ...