Как долго может находиться камень в мочеточнике: Камень в мочеточнике длительное время — Урология

«Рожаю ежа». Барнаульский уролог рассказал, как образуются камни в почках и сколько нужно пить

Почему у людей образуются камни

— У нас эндемичный район по мочекаменной болезни. Виной тому состав воды и экологическая обстановка, которые приводят к нарушению внутренних обменных механизмов, водно-солевого баланса и отложению солей в организме.

В формировании отложений участвует паращитовидная железа, так что она тоже страдает «за компанию». Основной причиной мочекаменной болезни называют наследственность. Если у отца есть склонность к образованию камней, есть большая вероятность передать эту особенность сыну. А то и через поколение или два.

Какие бывают камни

— Есть твердые и мягкие. Если камень мягкий, его невозможно оперировать. Его не видит рентген-аппарат. На рентгене все твердые структуры показываются белым цветом. Так что если камень мягкий, он просто сольется с кишечником в одно темное пятно.

Есть единственный в мире препарат для выведения — блемарен. Его, правда, придется пить полгода, и камень растворится.

Камни. Галька.

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Твердые конкременты — оксалаты, фосфаты, карбонаты и другие — видно на снимках. Есть соли щавелево-уксусной кислоты, их много в капусте. УЗИ покажет все камни.

Некоторые просто рассыпаются в пыль прямо в руках, а другие очень твердые. Есть маленькие и гладкие, как галька, а бывают шипастые, как ежи. У такого камня небольшое основание, из которого торчат десятки острых иголок.

Бывают коралловидные. Они нарастают натурально как ветвистые кораллы и часто занимают всю полость почки, все чашки и лоханку.

Это очень страшно. Раньше их могли удалять только вместе с почкой, в последнее десятилетие научились дробить и извлекать через небольшой боковой разрез.

Камни растут, как жемчужина в раковине: есть небольшой осадок, и на него со всех сторон нарастает все больше отложений.

Врачи. Медицина. Операция.

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Может ли камень выйти сам

— У многих камни сами выходят, но иногда застревают в мочеточнике. Есть хронические пациенты, которые «рожают» эти камни направо и налево. 12 камней за год. Как по плану, раз в месяц. У многих один камень вышел в 18 лет, другой — в 60, у некоторых — в 20 лет и больше не образуется.

Мелкие мягкие камни могут выйти песком, но некоторые пациенты оперируются планово. Достаем камни по два, три, а то и пять сантиметров в диаметре.

Если это средний конкремент — до сантиметра, он застревает по дороге к мочевому пузырю. Ему нужно пройти 25−30 сантиметров мочеточника, в котором есть три физиологических сужения, вот где-то там он останавливается.

Что чувствует человек с камнем в мочеточнике

— Камень двигается, разрывая слизистую оболочку и мелкие сосуды. Это сразу глаза на лоб. Боль от почечной колики считается самой сильной. Это даже не пульпит, когда зуб резко заболел.

Больница, операция.

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Человек в принципе не может вытерпеть колику. Там достаточно много нервных окончаний, которые раздражаются и дают страшную боль. Как правило, дело доходит до тошноты и рвоты, падает артериальное давление, кружится голова, и человек просто теряет сознание от болевого шока.

Эти ощущения и снять нелегко, приходится применять несколько сильных препаратов. Даже лекарствами у некоторых людей боль не купируется, тогда сразу на операционный стол. Тут два варианта — либо открытая операция, либо эндоскопическая, когда камни дробятся лазером.

Как часто нужно делать УЗИ

— Раз в год обязательно обследоваться всем и на все. Потому что есть очень много скрытых болезней. По статистике, первые жалобы появляются через 5−10 лет после того, как болезнь реально начала развиваться.

Если у вас ничего не болит, это не значит, что вы здоровы. Если сдать все анализы на все, то врачи найдут у каждого минимум 20−25 болезней.

Почки.

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Независимо от того, склонен организм к образованию камней или нет, УЗИ почек делать надо также раз в год. Лучше предупредить заболевание.

Каковы симптомы мочекаменной болезни

— Очень много людей годами ходят с камнями внутри, они не доставляют человеку никаких хлопот, пока не начинаются клинические проявления.

У мочекаменной болезни есть симптомы: сухость во рту (некоторые испытывают колоссальную жажду) и частое мочеиспускание малыми порциями, рези и жжение.

Если есть острая боль в области поясницы, то еще не факт, что это почечная колика. Это может быть что угодно — от апоплексии яичника до хондроза и невралгии. В любом случае если боль терпеть невозможно, то нужно немедленно вызвать скорую помощь, врачи разберутся.

Больница, болезнь.

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Что делать для профилактики болезни

— Практикуют прием растительных препаратов — вытяжки, почки, побеги, корни, листья. Они почти все одинакового состава плюс-минус одна травка. Такие препараты назначают хроническим пациентам.

Принимают их 10−30 дней, потом перерыв в два-три месяца, затем снова. И вот так всю жизнь. Уролесан, цистон, уронефрон, уролитан — их очень много. Можно их пить и если вы здоровы, в качестве профилактики — хуже точно не будет.

Но прием этих препаратов — вовсе не залог того, что камни не образуются. Если есть предрасположенность, то они все равно будут.

Конечно, чтобы сократить риск заболевания, стоит как следует высыпаться и исключить все стрессовые ситуации и переутомления. Нужны правильные чистые продукты без химии, она существенно нарушает обмен веществ. Овощи со своего огорода — идеальный вариант.

Камни. Галька.

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Нужно ли пить больше воды

— Жидкости нужно много — 30 мл на килограмм массы тела в день. То есть если весишь 100 кг, то надо выпивать три литра. При этом имеется в виду не только чистая вода, но и компоты, чай, суп — все, в чем есть жидкость.

Вообще, надо пить столько, чтобы моча всегда была светло-желтого цвета или прозрачная, как сама вода.

Если она темная или насыщенно-желтая — значит, концентрированная, и это очень плохо. Чем больше пьет человек, тем чаще мочится и тем лучше работают почки, так что все соли могут выходить без образования камней.

Без достаточного количества жидкости моча все время циркулирует, и соли выпадают в осадок.

Трудно, правда, говорить о качестве воды, которую продают в магазинах: есть ли там заявленные 300 метров скважины или ее из-под крана налили.

Почки.

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Отдают ли хирурги прооперированным пациентам их камни

— Да. Иногда это целые булыжники — занимают почти весь мочевой пузырь целиком. Пациент по 30−40 раз ходит в туалет — и все по капельке. Однажды мы достали из мочевого пузыря камень размером со страусиное яйцо.

Если камень небольшой, то пациенты просверливают в нем дырочку и вешают на шею на память. Многие жители края из своих камней могут целые бусы сделать.

90000 How Long Does It Take to Pass a Kidney Stone? 90001 90002 Kidney stones are solid masses that form when chemicals and minerals in your urine harden into a crystal. These chemicals and minerals, such as calcium and uric acid, are always present at low levels. Excess usually gets flushed out with your urine. In some cases, however, you have too much of them and kidney stones can form. 90003 90002 Some cases of kidney stones have no known cause, but certain lifestyle and health factors can increase your likelihood of developing them.For example: 90003 90002 Men and people who have a family history of kidney stones are also more likely to develop them. 90003 90002 Common symptoms of kidney stones are: 90003 90010 90011 severe pain in your back and sides, especially pain that comes on suddenly 90012 90011 blood in your urine 90012 90011 constant need to urinate 90012 90011 pain while urinating 90012 90011 cloudy or foul-smelling urine 90012 90011 only urinating a small amount or not at all 90012 90023 90002 Kidney stones form in the kidney and then move into the ureter.The ureter is the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder and allows urine to flow. Small stones can usually pass naturally, but bigger stones might get stuck in the ureter, causing the above symptoms. 90003 90002 Read on to learn the factors that determine how long it takes to pass a kidney stone. 90003 90002 A couple factors determine how long you’ll spend waiting for a kidney stone to pass. 90003 90030 Size 90031 90002 Size of the stone is a major factor in whether it can pass naturally.Stones smaller than 4 millimeters (mm) pass on their own 80 percent of the time. They take an average of 31 days to pass. 90003 90002 Stones that are 4-6 mm are more likely to require some sort of treatment, but around 60 percent pass naturally. This takes an average of 45 days. 90003 90002 Stones larger than 6 mm usually need medical treatment to be removed. Only around 20 percent pass naturally. For stones of this size that do pass naturally, they can take up to a year to pass. 90003 90030 Location 90031 90002 While size is the main factor in whether stones will pass on their own, stone location in the ureter also makes a difference.90003 90002 Stones that are in the end of the ureter closer to where it attaches to the bladder — rather than the end that attaches to the kidney — are more likely to pass on their own. Research shows that 79 percent of these stones pass on their own. For stones in the end of the ureter closer to the bladder, approximately 48 percent of these stones pass without any medical treatment. 90003 90002 The best home remedy to encourage the stone to pass is to drink lots of fluids, especially plain water and citrus juices such as orange or grapefruit.The extra fluid causes you urinate more, which helps the stone move and keeps it from growing. You should aim for at least 2 to 3 quarts of water per day. 90003 90002 Smaller stones are more likely to pass on their own, so you should take steps to keep the stone from growing. This includes eating a diet that’s low in salt, calcium, and protein. However, you need all of these for your body to function properly, so talk to your doctor about an appropriate diet to help you pass the stone. 90003 90002 Passing a kidney stone can be very painful.Taking pain medication such as ibuprofen will not speed up the process, but it can make you a lot more comfortable while passing the stone. A heating pad can also help. 90003 90002 In some cases, you might need medication or a nonsurgical procedure to help the stone pass. Common medications and treatments are: 90003 90010 90011 90054 Calcium channel blockers. 90055 Calcium channel blockers are usually used for high blood pressure but can be used to help kidney stones pass. They stop the ureter from spasming, which helps relieve pain.They also help widen the ureter so the stone can pass more easily. 90012 90011 90054 Alpha blockers. 90055 Alpha blockers are medications that relax the muscles in the ureter. This can help the stone pass more easily. Relaxing the muscles can also help relieve pain caused by spasms in the ureter. 90012 90011 90054 Lithotripsy. 90055 Lithotripsy is a nonsurgical procedure where high-energy sound waves (also known as shock waves) are used to break up the stone. The waves are aimed at the kidney’s location and pass through your body.Once the stone is broken up, the pieces can pass more easily. You might be hospitalized for a day or two after lithotripsy. 90012 90023 90002 Dehydration is also common with kidney stones and can require intravenous fluids. You should see your doctor immediately if you start vomiting or have other signs of severe dehydration. 90003 90002 If you think you might have a kidney stone, you should see your doctor as soon as possible. If you are found to have one, your doctor can help you determine whether to try to pass the stone naturally, take medication, or get the stone surgically removed.90003 90002 In some circumstances, your doctor might recommend immediate surgical removal without a waiting period. This will usually be because the stone is too big to pass naturally (larger than 6 mm) or is blocking urine flow. If the stone is blocking the flow of urine, it can lead to an infection or renal damage. 90003 90002 In other circumstances, your doctor might recommend waiting to see if you can pass the stone on your own. You should check in with your doctor often during this time to see if anything is changing, especially if you have new symptoms.90003 90002 During the waiting period, your doctor might recommend surgery if the stone continues to grow, you’re having unmanageable pain, or you develop signs of infection, such as a fever. 90003 90002 Kidney stones can be very painful, but they often resolve without medical treatment. If you think you have a kidney stone, see your doctor as soon as possible to help you decide the best course of action. 90003 90002 Generally speaking, the larger the stone, the longer it will take to pass on its own.You may be able to wait it out, or your doctor may recommend medical intervention. 90003 90002 Having a kidney stone makes you more likely to have more kidney stones in the future. To reduce your risk of developing more stones, make sure you drink enough water to keep your urine light yellow or clear, and eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in salt. Your doctor can help you figure out what diet and lifestyle changes are best for you. 90003.90000 How long do kidney stones take to pass? What to expect 90001 90002 The kidneys are responsible for removing urea and excess minerals from the blood. The body usually excretes these products in the urine. In some cases, however, large amounts of these minerals can accumulate in the kidneys, forming crystal-like stones. 90003 90002 Kidney stones can form in one or both kidneys. From here, they may pass into the ureter, which is the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder. 90003 90002 Small kidney stones often travel without any issues and may not cause symptoms.Larger stones can lodge themselves in the ureter, causing pain. Without removal, they may cause complications such as infection and kidney damage. 90003 90002 There are several factors that can affect how quickly a kidney stone passes. This article provides more information on the time it takes to pass a kidney stone, ways to speed up the process, and treatment options. 90003 90002 There are two main factors that determine how quickly a stone will pass: size and location. 90003 90012 Size 90013 90002 The size of a kidney stone plays a role in how quickly it will pass through a person’s body.In general, smaller stones pass faster and with less pain. 90003 90002 Below are the approximate timelines for passing kidney stones of different sizes: 90003 90018 90019 Around 80% of kidney stones that are smaller than 4 millimeters (mm) will pass on their own in about 31 days. 90020 90019 Approximately 60% of kidney stones that are 4-6 mm will pass on their own in about 45 days. 90020 90019 Around 20% of kidney stones that are larger than 6 mm will pass on their own in about 12 months. However, when stones are this large, it is best to seek immediate surgical removal.90020 90025 90012 Location 90013 90002 The location of the kidney stone also plays a role in whether or not a person will be able to pass it naturally. Some stones form in the kidney itself, while others may form in the ureter. 90003 90002 Kidney stones that form in the upper part of the ureter are close to the kidney. Those that form in the lower part are close to the bladder. 90003 90002 According to research outlined in a 2014 review, 48% of stones that form close to the kidney pass without intervention.This number rises to 79% for stones that form close to the bladder. 90003 90002 The best way to help speed up the process of passing a kidney stone is to drink plenty of water. The excess fluid encourages urination, which helps move the stone along. 90003 90002 A person can also take steps to prevent new stones from forming and to stop existing ones from growing larger. These steps include: 90003 90018 90019 limiting protein intake 90020 90019 reducing calcium intake 90020 90019 consuming less salt 90020 90019 eating more citrus fruits 90020 90025 90002 Citrus fruits contain the chemical citrate, which helps prevent the formation of kidney stones.90003 90002 Additionally, dietitians or doctors can suggest diet plans for kidney stone management. 90003 90002 Passing kidney stones can be uncomfortable and even painful. In some cases, taking over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen may be enough to alleviate the pain. 90003 90002 If a person is experiencing particularly painful kidney stones, they should talk to their doctor, who may be able to prescribe stronger pain relief medications. 90003 Share on PinterestA person should talk to their doctor if they experience persistent pain in the back or side.90002 Smaller kidney stones may pass on their own, causing minimal discomfort. However, large stones can be painful and increase the risk of health complications. 90003 90002 Pain is an indicator that a person should see a doctor. They can determine whether or not the stone requires additional treatment to help it pass. 90003 90002 People should also see a doctor if they experience the following symptoms: 90003 90002 These may be signs of a kidney infection, which requires prompt treatment to prevent more serious complications.90003 90002 There are several nonsurgical treatments for kidney stones. These include: 90003 90018 90019 90068 Alpha-blockers 90069: These drugs relax the ureter, alleviating painful spasms and helping the stone pass. 90020 90019 90068 Calcium channel blockers 90069: These drugs widen the ureter, helping the stone pass through. 90020 90019 90068 Lithotripsy 90069: This procedure uses sound waves to break the stone into smaller fragments that can pass more easily. 90020 90025 90002 Surgery is rarely the first choice of treatment.However, kidney stones larger than 6 mm require immediate surgery. Stones this large can stick in the ureter, causing infections and kidney damage. 90003 90002 There are two main surgical options for kidney stone removal: ureteroscopy and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. 90003 90002 Ureteroscopy requires general anesthetic. During the procedure, the surgeon removes or breaks up the stone, using tiny instruments inserted through the urethra. The surgeon may then place a stent inside the urethra to hold it open.This allows any small stone fragments to pass more easily. 90003 90002 During percutaneous nephrolithotomy, the surgeon removes very large stones measuring 10 mm or more. It involves removing the stone directly from the kidney through a small incision in the back. The procedure requires general anesthetic and a 1-2 day hospital stay. 90003 90002 The amount of time it takes to recover from a kidney stone depends on how it passes. If the stone passes naturally or with minimal drug intervention, the pain should subside very quickly.90003 90002 If a person undergoes lithotripsy, which is an outpatient procedure, they should be able to go home the same day. Recovery time is usually minimal and partly depends on the type of anesthetic a practitioner uses. 90003 90002 If surgery is required, a person will typically be able to return to most normal activities within a day of the procedure. However, people who receive a stent should avoid high intensity activities until a health professional removes it. This usually occurs about a week after surgery.90003 90002 During recovery, a person may take pain medications. 90003 90002 Kidney stones are often painful and can take several weeks to fully pass through the body’s system. A person should see a doctor if their stones become particularly painful or if they experience other worrying symptoms. 90003 90002 There are several potential treatment options for kidney stones. Drug therapies focus on both alleviating pain and discomfort and allowing the stone to pass more easily. 90003 90002 However, kidney stones that are too large to pass naturally may require surgical removal.In most cases, a person can return to their normal activities within a day or two of surgery. 90003.90000 Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment 90001 90002 Once your doctor finds out why you are forming stones, he or she will give you tips on how to prevent them. This may include changing your diet and taking certain medications. There is no «one-size-fits-all» diet for preventing kidney stones. Everyone is different. Your diet may not be causing your stones to form. 90003 90002 There are dietary changes that you can make to stop stones from continuing to form. Below are some tips. 90003 90006 Diet Changes 90007 90008 Drink enough fluids each day.90009 90002 If you are not making enough urine, your doctor will recommend you drink at least 3 liters of liquid each day. This equals about 3 quarts (about ten 10-ounce glasses). This is a great way to lower your risk of forming new stones. Drink more to replace fluids lost when you sweat from exercise or in hot weather. All fluids count toward your fluid intake, but it’s best to drink mostly no-calorie or low-calorie drinks, such as water. You should limit the amount of sugar-sweetened or alcoholic drinks you have.90003 90002 Knowing how much you drink during the day can help you understand how much you need to drink to produce 2.5 liters of urine. Use a household measuring cup to measure how much liquid you drink for a day or two. Drink from bottles or cans with the fluid ounces listed on the label. Keep a log, and add up the ounces at the end of the day or 24-hour period. Use this total to be sure you are reaching your daily target urine amount of at least 85 ounces (2.5 liters) of urine daily. 90003 90002 Doctors recommend people who form cystine stones drink more liquid than other stone formers.90003 90008 Reduce the amount of salt in your diet. 90009 90002 This tip is for people with high sodium intake and high urine calcium or cystine. Sodium can cause both urine calcium and cystine to be too high. Your doctor may tell you to avoid foods that have a lot of salt. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other health groups say not to eat more than 2,300 mg of salt per day. The following foods are high in salt and should be eaten in moderation: 90003 90020 90021 Cheese (all types) 90022 90021 Most frozen foods and meats, including salty cured meats, deli meats (cold cuts), hot dogs, bratwurst and sausages 90022 90021 Canned soups and vegetables 90022 90021 Breads, bagels, rolls and baked goods 90022 90021 Salty snacks, like chips and pretzels 90022 90021 Bottled salad dressings and certain breakfast cereals 90022 90021 Pickles and olives 90022 90021 Casseroles, other «mixed» foods, pizza and lasagna 90022 90021 Canned and bottled sauces 90022 90021 Certain condiments, table salt and some spice blends 90022 90041 90008 Eat the recommended amount of calcium.90009 90002 If you take calcium supplements, tell your doctor. Make sure you are not getting too much calcium. On the other hand make sure you are not getting too little calcium either. Talk with your doctor or dietitian about whether you need supplements. Good sources of calcium to choose from often are those low in salt. Eating calcium-rich foods or beverages with meals every day is a good habit. There are many non-dairy sources of calcium, such as calcium-fortified non-dairy milks. There are good choices, especially if you avoid dairy.90003 90002 You can usually get enough calcium from your diet without supplements if you eat three-to-four servings of calcium-rich food. Many foods and beverages have calcium in them. Some foods and beverages that might be easy to include on a daily basis with meals are: 90003 90048 90002 90003 90008 Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. 90009 90002 Eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily is a good idea for all people who form kidney stones. Eating fruits and vegetables give you nutrients that may help keep stones from forming.90003 90002 A serving means one piece of fruit, one potato, or one cup of raw vegetables. For cooked vegetables, a serving is ½ cup. If you think you may not be eating the right amount of fruits and vegetables, talk to your doctor about what will be best for you. 90003 90008 Eat foods with low oxalate levels. 90009 90002 This recommendation is for patients with high urine oxalate. Eating calcium-rich foods (see table above) with meals can often control the oxalate level in your urine. Urinary oxalate is controlled because eating calcium lowers the oxalate level in your body.But if doing that does not control your urine oxalate, you may be asked to eat less of certain high-oxalate foods. Nearly all plant foods have oxalate, but a few foods contain a lot of it. These include spinach, rhubarb and almonds. 90003 90002 It is usually not needed to fully stop eating foods that contain oxalate. This needs to be worked out individually and depends on why your oxalate levels are high in the first place. 90003 90008 Eat less meat. 90009 90002 If you make cystine or calcium oxalate stones and your urine uric acid is high, your doctor may tell you to eat less animal protein.90003 90002 If your doctor thinks your diet is increasing your risk for stones, he or she will tell you to eat less meat, fish, seafood, poultry, pork, lamb, mutton and game meat than you eat now. This might mean eating these foods once or twice rather than two or three times a day, fewer times during the week, or eating smaller portions when you do eat them. The amount to limit depends on how much you eat now and how much your diet is affecting your uric acid levels. 90003 90006 Medications 90007 90002 Changing your diet and increasing fluids may not be enough to prevent stones from forming.Your doctor may give you medications to take to help with this. The type of stone and the urine abnormalities you have will help your doctor decide if you need medicine and which medicine is best. Common medications include: 90003 90008 Thiazide diuretics 90009 90002 are for patients who have calcium stones and high levels of calcium in their urine. Thiazides lower urine calcium by helping the kidney take calcium out of the urine and put it back in the blood stream. When taking thiazides, you need to limit how much salt you take in, as these medications work best when urine sodium is low.90003 90008 Potassium citrate 90009 90002 is for patients with calcium stones and low urinary citrate, and for those with uric acid and cystine stones. Potassium citrate makes the urine less acidic or more alkaline (basic). This helps prevent cystine and uric acid stones. It also raises the citrate level in the urine, helping to prevent calcium stones. 90003 90008 Allopurinol 90009 90002 is frequently prescribed for gout, which is caused by high uric acid in the blood. Allopurinol not only lowers the level of uric acid in the blood but also in the urine, so it may also be prescribed to help prevent calcium and uric acid stones.90003 90008 Acetohydroxamic acid (AHA) 90009 90002 is for patients who produce struvite or infection stones. These stones form because of repeated urinary tract infections (UTI). AHA makes the urine unfavorable for struvite stones to form. The best way to prevent stuvite stones is to prevent repeated UTIs caused by specific types of bacteria and to completely remove the stones with surgery. 90003 90008 Cystine-binding thiol drugs 90009 90002 are used only for patients who form cystine stones.These medications (d-penicillamine or tiopronin) bind to cystine in the urine and form a compound that is less likely than cystine to crystallize in the urine. This drug is used when other measures fail, such as raising fluid intake, reducing salt intake or using potassium citrate. 90003 90008 Vitamin supplements 90009 90002 Take caution when using Vitamin supplements. Some can increase your risk of forming kidney stones. Your doctor and a dietitian may be good to ask about over-the-counter nutritional supplements.90003.90000 Kidney stones: Causes, symptoms, and treatment 90001 90002 If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. 90003 90002 Kidney stones are the result of a buildup of dissolved minerals on the inner lining of the kidneys. 90003 90002 They usually consist of calcium oxalate but may be composed of several other compounds. 90003 90002 Kidney stones can grow to the size of a golf ball while maintaining a sharp, crystalline structure. 90003 90002 The stones may be small and pass unnoticed through the urinary tract, but they can also cause extreme pain as they leave the body.90003 90002 A kidney stone usually remains symptomless until it moves into the ureter. When symptoms of kidney stones become apparent, they commonly include: 90003 90014 90015 severe pain in the groin and / or side 90016 90015 blood in urine 90016 90015 vomiting and nausea 90016 90015 white blood cells or pus in the urine 90016 90015 reduced amount of urine excreted 90016 90015 burning sensation during urination 90016 90015 persistent urge to urinate 90016 90015 fever and chills if there is an infection 90016 90031 90032 Complications 90033 90002 Kidney stones that remain inside the body can also lead to many complications, including blockage of the the tube connecting the kidney to the bladder, which obstructs the path that urine uses to leave the body.90003 90002 According to research, people with kidney stones have a significantly higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease. 90003 90002 The leading cause of kidney stones is a lack of water in the body. 90003 90002 Stones are more commonly found in individuals who drink less than the recommended eight to ten glasses of water a day. 90003 90002 When there is not enough water to dilute the uric acid, a component of urine, the urine becomes more acidic. 90003 90002 An excessively acidic environment in urine can lead to the formation of kidney stones.90003 90002 Medical conditions such as Crohn’s disease, urinary tract infections, renal tubular acidosis, hyperparathyroidism, medullary sponge kidney, and Dent’s disease increase the risk of kidney stones. 90003 90032 Risk factors 90033 90002 Kidney stones are more common among males than females. Most people who experience kidney stones do so between the ages of 30 and 50 years. A family history of kidney stones also increases one’s chances of developing them. 90003 90002 Similarly, a previous kidney stone occurrence increases the risk that a person will develop subsequent stones in the future if preventative action is not taken.90003 90002 Certain medications can increase the risk of developing kidney stones. Scientists found that topiramate (Topamax), a drug commonly prescribed to treat seizures and migraine headaches, can increase the likelihood of kidney stones developing. 90003 90002 Additionally, it is possible that long-term use of vitamin D and calcium supplements cause high calcium levels, which can contribute to kidney stones. 90003 90002 Additional risk factors for kidney stones include diets that are high in protein and sodium but low in calcium, a sedentary lifestyle, obesity, high blood pressure, and conditions that affect how calcium is absorbed in the body such as gastric bypass surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and chronic diarrhea.90003 90002 Treating kidney stones is primarily focused on symptom management. Passing a stone can be very painful. 90003 90002 If a person has a history of kidney stones, home treatment may be suitable. Individuals who have never passed a kidney stone should speak with a doctor. 90003 90002 If hospital treatment is needed, an individual may be rehydrated via an intravenous (IV) tube, and anti-inflammatory medication may also be administered. 90003 90002 Narcotics are often used in an effort to make the pain of passing the stone tolerable.Antiemetic medication can be used in people experiencing nausea and vomiting. 90003 90002 In some cases, a urologist can perform a shock wave therapy called lithotripsy. This is a treatment that breaks the kidney stone into smaller pieces and allow it to pass. 90003 90002 People with large stones located in regions that do not allow for lithotripsy may receive surgical procedures, such as removal of the stone via an incision in the back or by inserting a thin tube into the urethra. 90003 90002 There are a few steps that can be taken to reduce the impact of kidney stones and assist doctors in providing treatment.90003 90002 The first is drinking enough water to make the urine completely clear. A person can tell they are not consuming enough water if their urine is yellow or brown. 90003 90002 A doctor may also request that a kidney stone is passed naturally though urinating. They will then ask that you retrieved a kidney stone from the urine by filtering it through a stocking or gauze. 90003 90002 On studying the retrieved stone, they will be able to determine what further treatment is required. 90003 90002 There are several foods that have a positive impact on kidney health.These can help reduce both the risk and impact of kidney stones. The body naturally passes the stone within 48 to 72 hours. 90003 90002 Kidney beans are one such option. Boil the pods inside the beans for around six hours, strain the liquid, and allow this liquid to cool. 90003 90002 People with kidney stones should consume this liquid every 2 hours over the course of 1 to 2 days. 90003 90002 Other foods that can protect the kidneys include: 90003 90014 90015 basil 90016 90015 celery 90016 90015 apples 90016 90015 grapes 90016 90015 pomegranates 90016 90031 90002 Vitamin B6 supplements and pyroxidine supplements have also been recommended as effective treatments.Vitamin B6 supplements can be purchased online. 90003 90002 For individuals in good health, preventing kidney stones can be as easy as staying hydrated. 90003 90002 Doctors may also prescribe medicines to prevent certain types of stones for individuals who are at higher risk. 90003 90002 Several different tests can verify the existence of a kidney stone. A physical examination may reveal colicky pain in the groin and the lower near the kidneys. These are often warning signs of the condition.90003 90002 An analysis of the urine will indicate whether or not there is blood in the urine and if there is a subsequent infection. Blood tests can be carried out to identify complications that may accompany a kidney stone and check the validity of the diagnosis. 90003 90002 A CT scan of the abdomen is one way to test for kidney stones. A CT scan will ascertain the state of the ureter, bladder, and kidneys, whether or not a stone exists, the kidney stone’s exact size and location, whether or not a blockage has occurred, and the state of other organs in the area, such as the appendix, aorta, and pancreas.90003 90002 Ultrasounds have also been shown to have high detection rates and can diagnose many complications associated with kidney stones. 90003 90002 Pregnant women should receive an ultrasound rather than a CT scan to avoid unnecessary radiation. 90003 90002 Once a person is diagnosed with a kidney stone, simple X-rays will be used to track the progress of the stone through the excretory system. 90003.