What is a kidney stone?
Kidney stone is a hard mass that is caused when calcium oxalate or other chemicals in the urine form crystals that stick together. These crystals may grow into stones, ranging in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball. Kidney stones are common between the age of 20 and 40 years. And they are more common in men, who account for four out of every five cases.
Diagnosis
X-rays can usually identify the presence of stones. Specialised X-ray techniques (Sometimes using dye injections) or sound waves may be used to identify more accurately the size and location of the stones and to test kidney functions as well.
Blood and urine tests may help the doctor to zero in on the factors causing the stone and plan the best treatment.
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G.S.Srinivas
1 comment:
Kidney stones are very harmful and painful to the body and when detected have to get operated.Kidney a very vital organ to good health later has to be followed up with real good care.
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