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Causes of Kidney Stone(Nephrolithiasis)

In this article we will discuss about various Causes of Kidney Stone. So let’s get started.

Causes

Obesity

High Dietary Sodium,Oxalate(Spinach,Rubarb etc),Red Meat etc intake.

Gastrointestinal Problems like Ulcerative Coilitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease,Crohn’s Disease.

Medications like Drugs used for HIV treatment, Diuretics, Antacids, Antibiotics etc.

Other Medical Conditions like Type-2 Diabetes, Gout, Hyperparathyroidism, Renal Tubular Acidosis, Medullary Sponge Kidney.

Dehydration.

In this article we will discuss about various Symptoms of Renal Stone. So, let’s get started.

Symptoms

Pain on the sides and back and radiates to lower abdomen and groin.

Pain often comes and goes but can be intense sometimes.

Pain while Urinating.

Fever and Chills.

Frequent Urge of Urination.

Discolored and Foul Smelling Urine.

Pink,Red or Brown Colour Urine.

Nausea and Vomiting.

Blood in Urine.

Low Urine Output/ Urinating small amount.

High Frequency or Urinating more than usual.

In the next article we will discuss about various types,causes and symptoms of Kidney Stones or Nephrolithiasis.