Are you experiencing urinary symptoms like pain when urinating or blood in your urine? Speak to us today for an accurate diagnosis and customised treatment plan.
Urinary stones treatment refers to a range of medical interventions designed to remove or dissolve stones in the urinary tract. These treatments range from conservative management, such as increased fluid intake and medication, to more invasive procedures like lithotripsy or surgery.
Urinary stones, also known as urolithiasis, are hard, mineral deposits that form within the urinary system. These stones can develop anywhere in the urinary tract, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra, and can vary in size from tiny grains to the size of a golf ball.
The presence of urinary stones may not always cause symptoms. However, when symptoms do occur, they can be quite severe.
Urinary stones form when the concentration of certain substances in the urine increases. Several factors can contribute to this.
Not drinking enough water can concentrate the urine, promoting stone formation.
A diet high in protein, sodium, or sugar can increase the risk of certain types of stones.
Higher body mass index (BMI), large waist size, and weight gain have been linked to an increased risk of kidney stones.
Conditions such as renal tubular acidosis, cystinuria, hyperparathyroidism, and certain urinary tract infections can increase the risk of stone formation.
The treatment of urinary stones depends on the size, location, and type of stone, as well as the patient’s overall health.
Small stones often pass on their own with increased fluid intake and pain medication.
Certain medications can help dissolve stones or prevent new ones from forming.
This non-invasive procedure uses sound waves to break up large stones so they can pass more easily.
Large stones or those causing severe symptoms may require surgical removal.
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Dr Png is a United States fellowship-trained urologist who received his urology specialist board certification from Singapore. He is the first and only urologist in Singapore to be inducted into the Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS) after completing a minimally invasive surgery fellowship in the USA at the Indiana University School of Medicine, where he sub-specialised in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers.
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Drinking plenty of water, reducing sodium intake, and maintaining a healthy weight can help prevent urinary stones.
Not all stones require treatment. Small stones that do not cause symptoms may pass on their own with increased fluid intake.
Calcium stones, particularly calcium oxalate stones, are the most common type of urinary stone.
Yes, certain dietary changes, such as reducing sodium and protein intake, can help prevent certain types of stones
