Kidney stones: signs, prevention and when to get help

Kidney stones form when minerals in urine turn into crystals. Calcium stones are the most common. Some are uric acid stones.

Common signs

• sudden, severe pain in your side or back that may spread to the groin and come in waves
• pain when passing urine
• pink, red or brown urine
• nausea

Go to a hospital urgently if

• the pain comes with fever or shivering
• you can’t pass urine
• the pain is so bad you can’t sit still and painkillers don’t help

Lowering the chance of another stone

• Drink enough water to keep your urine pale, unless your doctor has told you otherwise.
• Cut down on salt.
• Don’t overdo meat and other animal protein.
• Don’t cut out calcium-rich foods unless your doctor says so.
• Ask your doctor which type of stone you had. The food advice depends on it.

At HealVibe Healthcare

Our Nutrition & Dietetics unit helps you follow the fluid and diet advice your doctor gives. A homeopathy consultation is offered alongside your urologist’s care, not instead of it.

Call +91 70223 11619 or book at healvibe.care.