Kidney Stone
Treatment
Fortunately, kidney stone
surgery usually isn't needed, although in some cases it's
the only option that brings any real relief.
Certain prescription drugs
prevent calcium and uric acid stones, and your
doctor can recommend these. The doctor might also
prescribe certain diuretics. These reduce the amount
of calcium released by the kidneys into the urine. This
is a rarely done, however.
Fluid, and a lot of it
(especially water) is the typical treatment for
cystine kidney stones. 2 to 3 quarts a day will help
"flush" the stone down the ureter and into
the bladder.
Passing a kidney stone
Once a kidney stone
travels down into the bladder, it usually passes out of
the body during urination. At this stage, it rarely
causes any discomfort. in the bladder rarely causes
much discomfort. Men may feel a slight "popping"
sensation and a rush of air as the stone is expelled.
Sometimes women will pass a stone without even realizing
it, depending on the size of the stone.
But drinking a lot of
fluids doesn't succeed, however, a doctor may
prescribe Thiola and Cuprimine.
Cranberry juice has often
been touted as a way to prevent kidney stone
formation. However, recent studies suggest drinking water
works just as well.
For additional information on kidney stones
treatment, click on kidney stone
removal surgery, kidney
stone symptoms, kidney
stone pain, and kidney
stones.
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