Kidney stones less than 5 mm in size are often monitored and allowed time to pass on their own. Stones between 5 mm and 10 mm ...

“Probably one of the most important reasons why people form stones is dehydration,” Kirkali says. When urine is too concentrated, minerals can build up and form stones. “I can’t over-emphasize the ...

Our son had some of the symptoms of appendicitis. His lower right side was aching and he was throwing up. At the emergency room, it turned out that he was passing a kidney stone. He's only 13 years ...

Most people can pass kidney stones naturally, though it can be incredibly painful. Depending on their size, they can block the flow of urine, leading to potentially life-threatening infections and ...