Kidney calculi is a solid deposit of minerals and salts, which crystallize together in the kidney. Usually, the liquid in the urine can prevent the wastes from touching each other. Kidney calculi begins to form when there is not enough liquid or too much solid waste in urine. Welcome everyone to follow us by clicking the+button on the right. Although most kidney calculi's occur in the kidneys, they can form anywhere in the urinary tract. 1. kidney calculi is very common. According to the National Kidney Foundation, one in ten people has kidney calculi's disease in their lifetime. The risk of kidney calculi is 19% for men and 9% for women. Most men find their first kidney calculi after the age of 30. Second, kidney calculi's common symptoms One of the most common symptoms in kidney calculi is severe pain in the stomach and waist. Little kidney calculi may not cause any symptoms, sometimes he will disappear without much discomfort, while moderate to large kidney calculi will cause severe pain. Severe and persistent pain in the waist, hematuria, vomiting or nausea, usually from severe pain, fever and chills, very unpleasant or smelly urine, turbid urine, and stomach pain that is difficult to improve. Three. Eleven ways to prevent kidney calculi A person can do many things to help prevent kidney calculi, including: 1. Stay hydrated. When urine contains more liquid, minerals and salts are less likely to gather together and start to form stones. Deep urine is a sign of dehydration. Ideally, urine should be light yellow. For many people, the recommended 8 glasses of water per day (1600 ml) is not enough. In order to reduce the risk of kidney calculi, one can try to drink at least 12 glass of water every day. At least half of the liquid a person ingests should be pure water. Caffeine, carbonated drinks and sweet drinks all increase the risk of stones. 2. Reducing salt intake sodium or salt will lead to water retention and dehydration. The goal for adults should be to consume less than 2300 mg or the equivalent of one teaspoon (5 grams) of salt every day. Examples of high-salt foods include cooked food or bacon, most packaged or prepared meals, potato chips, most canned soups, noodles or side dishes containing other types of sodium, including sodium bicarbonate, disodium phosphate, sodium glutamate, baking powder, nitrite and sodium nitrate. However, it is important to lose weight safely. Fast food, low carbohydrate diet and high animal protein diet all increase the risk of kidney calculi. 4. Restricting calcium oxalate food kidney calculi can be composed of many different compounds, including uric acid, phosphate rock and cysteine. The most common type of kidney calculi is calcium oxalate stone. A study of 20 14 examined nearly 50,000 cases of kidney calculi, and found that 67% of stones were mainly composed of calcium oxalate. People at high risk or with high oxalate levels in kidney calculi are usually advised to limit their oxalate intake. Taking calcium together with oxalate-containing foods can combine chemicals before they reach the kidneys, thus reducing the risk of stones. Foods rich in oxalate include: grapefruit and cranberry juice, potatoes, soybeans, spinach, some nuts, including cashews and peanuts, chocolate, rhubarb, beets, asparagus, most berries, celery and parsley whole grain tea. 5. Reducing alcohol intake will make cells increase liquid output and prevent liquid absorption, leading to dehydration. 6. Avoid excessive caffeine intake. Caffeine accelerates metabolism and may lead to dehydration. Adults are advised to consume 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine every day, which is equivalent to about 4 cups of coffee. It is important to remember that some sodas, chocolates, teas and energy drinks contain caffeine. 7. Avoid sugary drinks. Sweet drinks, especially corn syrup containing high fructose, increase the risk of kidney calculi. 8. Get enough dietary calcium orange juice. Some cereals and soybean milk contain calcium, which may help reduce the risk in kidney calculi. Although calcium oxalate is the most common compound in kidney calculi, some calcium in food actually helps to reduce the risk of stones. Most dairy products are a good source of calcium. Many other foods contain calcium, including orange juice, soy sauce, canned sardines and fish, such as sardines and tofu, and some grains. 9. Increase the intake of citric acid, about 60% of kidney calculi patients also have hypocapnia or low levels of citric acid. Good sources of citric acid include: 4 ounces (65,438+000 ml) undiluted sugar-free lemon juice or lime juice, 8 ounces (200 ml) orange juice and 8 ounces (200 ml) melon or mango juice. Monitor the intake of foods with high acidity. Urine with high acidity will increase the risk of kidney calculi and make stones more painful. A large amount of acid in urine will also cause the kidneys to absorb citrate instead of releasing citrate. Citrate is a compound that can help remove calcium-based stones and destroy their growth. Foods with high acid content include red meat, pork and poultry, most kinds of fish, cheese and eggs. Most foods with high acid content need not be completely avoided, because they can be good sources of protein. However, if patients often suffer from kidney calculi, the intake of these foods should be monitored and restricted. 1 1. Taking supplements and vitamins A variety of natural supplements and vitamins may help reduce the risk of kidney calculi, including potassium citrate vitamin B-6, and pyridoxine supplement fish oil is found in bananas, mangoes, soybeans, avocados and flounder. 3. When to see a doctor Whenever someone suspects that kidney calculi is the cause of substantial pain or discomfort, it is very important to see a doctor. Although most people have not experienced the long-term consequences of kidney calculi, they may be very painful and need medical monitoring. In most cases, kidney calculi's treatment includes increasing fluid intake, taking painkillers and taking drugs to reduce urine acidity. In a few cases, individuals can be allowed to go home and wait for the stones to be discharged. In more serious cases, hospitalization may be required. Stones that are too large to pass through or remain in the urethra may require surgery. 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