Kidney Stones (Renal Calculi): Symptoms
A stone that develops from crystals that form in urine and build up on the inner surfaces of the kidney, in the renal pelvis, or in the ureters. Kidney stones include calcium oxalate stones, cystine stones, struvite stones, and uric acid stones.
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About Kidney Stone Symptoms
Symptoms of kidney stones can include:
Sharp pain in your lower belly (below your belly button), back, side, or groin Nausea and vomiting Fever and chills Blood in your urine The feeling of sand or small particles passing through when you urinate Pain when you urinateWho is at risk for getting calcium stones?
Several factors can increase your chance of getting calcium stones, including:
Not drinking enough water Not getting enough calcium in your diet Eating or drinking calcium-rich foods does not increase your chance of getting calcium stones. In fact, a diet too low in calcium can actually increase the risk of getting calcium stones. Eating a lot of foods high in oxalate (for example, spinach, rhubarb, nuts, or wheat bran) Consuming a lot of foods or drinks high in fructose (for example, soft drinks, fruits, ketchup and other condiments, and many canned or packaged foods) Having family members…