Q: What are kidney stones, and how do I prevent them? Kidney stones are common, impacting approximately one in five men and one in 10 women by the age of 70. Kidney stones are hard deposits of ...

Kidney stone disease (KSD) is one of the most common urological conditions worldwide, and its prevalence is steadily rising. Traditionally considered more common in men, a study published by the ...

Over half a million Americans rush to emergency rooms each year clutching their sides in agony, victims of a condition that’s been described as more painful than childbirth: kidney stones. These tiny ...

Kidney stones rank right up at the top of the most painful health conditions, according to patients asked to rate their discomfort on a scale of 1 to 10. Kidney stones are hard pellets composed of ...

Beyond broad recommendations for recurrent kidney stone prevention, clinicians and renal dietitians can create personalized plans.