Category: Kidney Stones
Kidney stones occur when certain minerals build up and clump together in your kidneys. They are extremely painful, and in some cases, they may…
It is well-established that diabetes can increase the risk of kidney failure, particularly when it is poorly controlled. However, does the…
Not every medical procedure involves surgical incisions. Lithotripsy is a high-tech way to break up kidney stones. Your urologist may recommend…
Cysts are noncancerous, fluid-filled sacs. They can develop in many different places in your body, and they aren’t always harmful. However,…
The minerals and salts in a person’s urine can sometimes crystallize and clump together, forming a kidney stone. Urologists sort kidney…
Kidney stones are a particularly painful urologic condition, although significant medical advancements give patients more treatment options than…
Kidney Stones are comprised of hardened deposits of minerals and acid salts. Although the symptoms of kidney stones can vary in intensity, many…
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can sometimes affect one or both kidneys, particularly if these infections are not met with early treatment. If…
Most people know kidney stones’ reputation for being painful, but what exactly are they, and how can your urologist treat them? Watch this video…
Kidney stones are a very painful medical problem. In fact, some women describe the pain as being worse than childbirth. Kidney stones form as a…