8^th World Kidney Congress

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits consisting of minerals and salt that develops inside your kidneys. They are also known as renal calculi, nephrolithiasis, or urolithiasis. Kidney stones can be caused by a variety of factors, including diet, excess body weight, and various medical conditions, specific supplements, and drugs. Any component of your urinary tract infection, including your kidneys and bladder, might develop kidney stones and kidney diseases. When urine becomes concentrated, minerals can crystallise and adhere to one another and frequently lead to stones. Although passing kidney stones can be extremely painful, if they are caught early enough, they typically don't result in permanent harm. You might only need to take painkillers and drink a lot of water to clear a kidney stone, depending on your circumstances. Surgery might be required in other situations, such as when stones become trapped in the urinary tract, are linked to an infection, or result in problems.