Kidney stones are hard mineral and salt deposits that form inside your kidneys when urine becomes too concentrated. These stones vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a golf ball.
While smaller stones often pass through urine unnoticed, larger ones may block urinary flow, causing intense kidney stone pain, infection, or even kidney damage if left untreated.
Identifying the types of kidney stones is crucial for effective treatment and recurrence prevention.
Most common type (75% of cases)
More common in men
Infection-related stones
Rare inherited disorder
Understanding the root causes helps in both treatment and long-term prevention
The leading cause. Inadequate water intake concentrates urine and promotes crystal formation.
High intake of sodium, animal proteins, and oxalate-rich foods (spinach, nuts, chocolate) increases risk.
Weight gain can significantly raise your chances of kidney stone formation.
Including urinary tract infections (UTIs), gout, hyperparathyroidism, and digestive diseases like Crohn's disease.
Diuretics, calcium-based antacids, and excessive vitamin D supplements can increase stone risk.
Genetic predisposition significantly increases the likelihood of kidney stone formation.
You might not notice anything until the stone moves. When it does, it can trigger symptoms that are hard to ignore.
Cramping pain in the back, side, lower abdomen, or groin
Blood in urine (hematuria), making urine pink, red, or brown
Frequent and urgent need to urinate
Frequent and urgent need to urinate
Nausea and vomiting
Our advanced diagnostic methods ensure accurate detection and analysis
Comprehensive treatment options tailored to your condition
For small stones:
Non-invasive stone breaking:
Minimally invasive removal:
Advanced
All procedures at AINU Hospitals are performed by experienced urologists with the aid of advanced laser technology, ensuring faster recovery, minimal discomfort, and high success rates.
After treatment, our team focuses on prevention with a personalized plan
AINU's dietitians and urologists work closely to create tailored preventive care plans. Prevention is especially important for those prone to recurrence.
