Kidney stones are a common disorder, also known as renal stones , renal calculi or nephrolithiasis. Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts. Kidney stone analysis plays a crucial role in understanding the...
Kidney stones are a common disorder, also known as renal stones, renal calculi or nephrolithiasis. Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts. Kidney stone analysis plays a crucial role in understanding the composition of stones, aiding in diagnosis and treatment strategies.
Symptoms of Kidney stone
People with kidney stone only feel pain when stone moved in the kidney or urethra (Urinary tract tube) , the patient may experience one or more of these symptoms:
- Stomach ache
- Terrible lower back pain that radiates through hips
- Severe pain on either side of lower back
- Blood in urine
- Pain while urinating
- Burning sensation while urinating
- Discolored or cloudy urine
- Foul smell in urine
- Urgency to urinate
- Nausea and vomiting
In case of secondary infection- Fever and chills are also present
Kidney stone and Stone in urinary tract may lead to kidney infection which may lead to sepsis- a potentially life threatening and whole body inflammation condition, that occurs when body releases into the blood to fight infection.
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Causes of kidney stone
Kidney stones mostly occur in an individual who drinks fewer amounts of fluids. Water helps keep the body hydrated and helps to prevent the deposition of minerals and waste in the urinary tract and kidney.
Urine contains various minerals (salt, calcium, uric acid, oxalate and phosphate) which pass through the kidney and urinary tract. When there's an excess amount of minerals deposited in the kidney. They will attach and deposit to form ’stones’.
Risk factors that causes Kidney stones
- Family history/ Genetic background- If individual family members suffer from kidney stones.
- Personal History- People who have a history of kidney stones are also prone to develop recurrent stones in their kidneys.
- Unhealthy diet- Excessive intake of caffeine, salt, dairy products, animal protein and fat
- Smoking/Alcohol
- Obesity
- Water quality
- Certain medicine and supplements
- Metabolic Disorders- People with these disorders are more likely to develop renal stone- Diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease.
Diagnosis of Kidney stone or renal stone
In order to examine the kidney stone, your doctor needs to know the size, shape and position of kidney stones. Person may have diagnostic tests and procedures such as.
Blood test
Blood test is done to evaluate the minerals amount. Too much calcium and uric acid in your blood may cause formation of renal stone.
A blood test result helps to track the health of the kidney.
Urine test
The 24 hour urine collection test used to evaluate the quantity (high or low) excretion of stone forming minerals. For a urine test, your doctor may advise you to perform two urine collections over two consecutive days.
Urine For Metabolic Screening is also used to find secondary infections due kidney stones, metabolic disorders and other kidney problems.
Analysis of passed stones
Lab analysis of stones used to detect the causing factor of kidney stones and to form a plan to prevent more kidney stones.
X-Ray
X- Ray images of kidney shows stones as white spots that usually contain calcium
Intravenous Urogram
A radiotracer is injected and X- ray is taken. This mode if imaging helps to detect more stones that are hard to in an ordinary X-Ray
Ultrasound
Ultrasound for kidney stones is the best way to diagnose because it is a quick, safe and easy procedure. Renal ultrasound shows- size of kidney, injury, abnormalities and complications which may occur due kidney stone.
CT scan
A CT scan of the kidney can detect tiny pieces of stone that are hard to examine in ultrasound and X-Ray. CT Scan is the gold standard method for diagnosing Kidney stone as it shows detailed images
DTPA Scan
Renal DTPA scan is a unique and most effective way to monitor the functioning of fluid flow across the kidney. The best test that helps the doctor in treatment planning of associated kidney stones without any invasion or surgery.
MRI Scan
MRI Kidney Scan are used to create 3-D images of images of the kidney and its disorders, MRI is not usually used to examine kidney stones. But it is highly recommended for pregnant women because it does not use radiation.
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We are one of the best diagnostic centres and specialised in the entire spectrum of kidney disease evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I prevent kidney stones?
Drink plenty of water.
Avoid eating an excessive amount of calcium- and sodium-rich foods.
Avoid foods high in protein, such as red meat, poultry, eggs, and fish, which increase uric acid levels in the kidney.
How much time does it take to dissolve stones in the kidney?
Some kidney stones can stay in the body for years without issue; small stones usually pass on their own or cause pain that needs medical attention.
Do kidney stones dissolve?
It depends on the content of the kidney stone. Uric acid stones are the only type of kidney stone that can dissolve with the help of medication.
Is kidney stone a life-threatening disease?
Kidney stones are rarely life-threatening. Although uncomfortable, in rare cases it causes kidney failure, which may occur due to blockage of the kidney and resulting in sepsis.
What tests do I need to examine kidney stones?
- Urine analysis
- Blood tests
- Computed tomography
- DTPA scan
What is kidney stone analysis?
Kidney stone analysis is performed on a kidney stone that is passed in urine or removed from the urinary tract during surgery. Chemical analysis shows the type of stone and its content, which gives information about treatment planning.
How can anyone measure kidney stones?
The number, size, shape, and location of kidney stones can be evaluated by an X-ray, ultrasound, and CT scan.
What happens in CT scans for kidney stones?
CT scans can show the size and location of a kidney stone, if the stone is blocking the urinary tract, and conditions that may have caused the kidney stone to form.
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