Painful & Debilitating, Kidney Stones Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly. 5 Tips On Prevention & Avoiding Recurrence

Ask anyone who has suffered the pain of a kidney stone, and they will tell you it is neither to be taken lightly, nor can it be wished away. Information on the website of the US’ Mount Sinai Hospital states that kidney stones, in the initial stages, may go unnoticed, and that one may not have symptoms until the stone moves down the tube through which urine empties into the bladder. One Must Abnormal urine colour Blood in the urine Chills Fever Nausea and vomiting A study published last year in the National Library of Medicine, titled ‘Risk Factors of Incident Kidney Stones in Indian Adults’, concluded that while kidney stones have a prevalence of around 12% on average in India, they are relatively more common in the northern part of the country, at 15%. “As a doctor, I often encounter patients who underestimate how lifestyle changes can dramatically reduce the risk of kidney stones," the doctor said, before listing "five evidence-based practices" to help you safeguard your kidneys. Reduce Sodium Intake A diet high in sodium increases calcium levels in the urine, contributing to kidney stone development.