Kidney Stone

Understanding Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe pain when they move through the urinary tract.

Common Condition

About 1 in 10 people will have a kidney stone at some time in their lives.

Varied Symptoms

From no symptoms at all to severe pain, nausea, and blood in urine.

Modern Treatments

Today's techniques offer effective solutions with minimal discomfort and quick recovery.

Our Kidney Stone Treatment Options

We offer comprehensive treatment options tailored to your specific condition

Advanced

PCNL

Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for large kidney stones (>2cm) through a small back incision.

For large or complex stones
Minimal tissue damage
High success rate

Minimally Invasive

URS with Laser

Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy for stones in the ureter or kidney using a thin scope.

No incisions needed
Direct visualization
Quick recovery

Non-Invasive

ESWL

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy uses sound waves to break stones from outside the body.

No anesthesia required
Outpatient procedure
Minimal downtime

Recognizing Kidney Stone Symptoms

Early recognition of kidney stone symptoms can lead to timely treatment and relief.

Severe Pain

Intense pain in side and back, below ribs

Urinary Changes

Painful urination, pink/red/brown urine

Nausea

Nausea and vomiting due to severe pain

Fever

Fever and chills if infection present

When to Seek Emergency Care

Some kidney stone symptoms require immediate medical attention:

Seek Immediate Care For:

Pain so severe you can't sit still
Pain accompanied by nausea and vomiting
Fever and chills with pain
Difficulty passing urine

Prevention Consultation

If you've had stones before, regular follow-ups can help prevent recurrence

Schedule Your Consultation

Preventing Kidney Stones

Simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk of developing kidney stones:

Drink enough fluids to pass 2.5 liters of urine a day. Water is best - aim for at least 8-10 glasses daily. Citrus drinks like lemonade may help prevent stones.

Reduce sodium intake, eat calcium-rich foods (but avoid supplements unless prescribed), limit animal protein, and avoid stone-forming foods like beets, chocolate, spinach, and nuts if prone to certain stones.

Depending on your stone type, medications can help control urine acidity, reduce calcium in urine, or prevent uric acid stones. We provide personalized medication plans after stone analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common symptoms include severe pain in the side and back (often coming in waves), pain radiating to lower abdomen, painful urination, pink/red/brown urine, nausea/vomiting, and persistent need to urinate. However, some stones cause no symptoms until they move. Diagnosis typically involves imaging tests like CT scans or ultrasounds.

Many small stones (less than 5mm) can pass naturally with plenty of fluids and pain management. Medium stones (5-7mm) may pass but often require medical intervention. Stones larger than 7mm typically need treatment to be removed. The position of the stone also affects whether it can pass naturally.

Modern treatments are designed to minimize discomfort. Procedures are performed under anesthesia so you feel no pain during treatment. Post-procedure discomfort is typically mild to moderate and well-controlled with medications. The pain of passing a stone naturally is often worse than recovery from stone removal procedures.

Prevention strategies include:

Drinking plenty of water throughout the day
Reducing sodium intake
Eating calcium-rich foods (but possibly limiting supplements)
Limiting animal protein
Avoiding foods high in oxalates if prone to calcium oxalate stones
Taking prescribed medications if needed

We provide personalized prevention plans based on your stone analysis and metabolic testing.

Advanced Kidney Stone Treatment