Kidney Stones: Causes and Prevention
Kidney stones are common, affecting approximately one in five men and one in 10 women by the age of 70.
They are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys, varying in size, and can cause intense pain when passing through the urinary tract.
Treatment is available to manage most kidney stones, and there are steps everyone can take to prevent them from recurring.
Fortunately, treatment is available to manage most kidney stone and there are steps everyone can take to prevent them from recurring.
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Author's summary: Kidney stones are common and preventable.
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