Kidney Stones – Causes, Symptoms & Modern Treatment in Thane
Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form in the kidneys. They can vary in size from tiny grains to large stones that block urine flow, causing severe pain, urinary tract infections, and kidney damage. Early diagnosis and treatment prevent complications and preserve kidney function.
🔍 What Are Kidney Stones?
- Solid crystals formed from calcium, oxalate, uric acid, or cystine
- Can remain in the kidney or travel down the urinary tract
- Small stones may pass naturally; large stones often require intervention
Types of kidney stones:
- Calcium oxalate stones – most common
- Uric acid stones – linked to high protein diet
- Struvite stones – associated with urinary infections
- Cystine stones – rare, genetic cause
⚠️ Causes & Risk Factors
- Dehydration – low urine output concentrates minerals
- High-salt or high-protein diet
- Family history of kidney stones
- Obesity or metabolic disorders
- Chronic urinary tract infections
- Certain medications – e.g., diuretics, calcium supplements
🩺 Symptoms of Kidney Stones
- Sudden, severe pain in the flank or lower back (renal colic)
- Pain radiating to the groin or lower abdomen
- Blood in urine (hematuria)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Frequent urination or urgency
- Pain during urination
- Fever and chills if infection is present
Severe pain often indicates stone movement or blockage.
🧪 Diagnosis of Kidney Stones
- Urine Analysis – detects blood, crystals, infection
- Blood Tests – kidney function, calcium, uric acid levels
- Ultrasound Abdomen – detects stones and obstruction
- CT Scan (Non-contrast) – gold standard for stone detection
- X-ray KUB (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder) – identifies radiopaque stones
- Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP) – rarely used for detailed mapping
Early detection prevents kidney damage, infection, and recurrence.
💊 Treatment Options
1️⃣ Medical Management (Small Stones)
- Pain relief (NSAIDs, opioids if severe)
- Increased hydration to aid stone passage
- Medications to relax ureter muscles (alpha-blockers)
- Dietary modifications to prevent recurrence
2️⃣ Procedures & Surgery
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) – breaks stones into passable fragments
- Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy – endoscopic stone removal
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) – for large or complex stones
- Open surgery – rare, for complicated cases
3️⃣ Lifestyle & Prevention
- Drink 2–3 liters of water daily
- Avoid excessive salt and protein
- Maintain healthy body weight
- Follow diet based on stone type (e.g., low oxalate for calcium oxalate stones)
- Regular follow-up imaging for recurrent stone formers
⚠️ When to Seek Immediate Medical Care
- Severe, unrelenting pain
- Blood in urine with fever
- Inability to pass urine
- Nausea and vomiting preventing hydration
- Signs of infection (chills, high fever)
Delayed treatment can lead to kidney damage, sepsis, or permanent obstruction.
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- Expert in kidney stone evaluation and minimally invasive treatment
- Advanced imaging for precise diagnosis
- Laparoscopic and endoscopic stone removal techniques
- Emergency care for acute renal colic or obstructed stones
- Personalized treatment plans to prevent recurrence
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