The function of kidney is to filter the waste materials and help body in some functions. Urinary stones are formed due to the accumulation of minerals inside the urinary tract. Small stones formed comes out along with urine but large stone block inside the urinary track and causes pain at the time of urination. Deposition of calcium oxalate is the main cause of urinary stone.
Causes of Urinary Stone
- Lack of water in the body to dilute the uric acid, which is an agent of urinary bladder.
- Consumption of diet with rich in animal protein and low in fibrous.
- Use of drug like Topiramate.
- Long term use of Vitamin D and calcium tablets.
- Obesity, sedentary lifestyle and high blood pressure are increases the risk of stone.
What are the Symptoms of Urinary Stone ?
- Severe pain in the groin/side parts
- Intermittent tendency to urinate
- Vomiting and nausea
- Fever and shivering
- Burning sensation during urination
- Physical examination, x-ray, CT and ultrasounds, blood test, urine tests are means to detect stones.
- Treatments for Urinary Stone
- Common medications
- Lithotripsy(shock wave therapy)
- Surgical procedures
- Ureterolithotomy
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