Kidney Stone

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A KIDNEY stone is a hard mass that develops when crystals separate from the urine and build up on the inner surface of the kidney. Normally urine contains chemicals in it, which prevents crystals from forming. It has been found that this mechanism doesn't work properly in individuals who form kidney stones.

          If these crystals remain small enough, they pass through the urinary tract without being noticed. At times, however, these stones grown in size, making them difficult if not impossible to pass. The first symptom of a kidney stone is extreme pain. The pain often begins suddenly when a stone enters the urinary tract causing irritation or blockage.

          Typically, a person feels a sharp cramping pain in the back and side in the area of the kidney or in the lower abdomen. Sometimes nausea and vomiting occur. Later, pain may spread to the groin. If the stone is large, this pain will continue as the muscles of the urethra squeeze the stone along to the bladder. This movement may cause some blood to appear in the urine, or there may be a need to urinate more often. If fever or chills accompany any of these symptoms, an infection may be present, and it is important to contact your primary care physician immediately.

          Kidney stones occur more frequently in men with the first stone affecting them between the ages of 20 and 40. If a person develops more than 1 stone, more stones are likely to develop. People with a family history of kidney stones, kidney disorders and metabolic disorders such as hyperparathyroidism are more likely to develop stones. Other causes can include gout, excessive intake of vitamin D and blockages of the urinary tract. Certain diuretics and calcium-based antacids may increase the risk of forming kidney stones.

Recommendations for Wellness

• A simple yet important recommendation to help prevent kidney stones is to drink more liquids (water), enough to produce at least 2 quarts of urine daily. Water dilutes the urine.
• Drinking a glass of fresh lemon juice in a glass of warm water is also reported to help prevent stones from forming.
• Aloe Vera juice can be useful in preventing stone formation and reducing the size of a stone during an attack.
• A combination of lobelia tincture and wild yam tincture in a glass of warm water helps to relax the ureters, relieve pain and hasten the passing of stones.
• Zinc is known to inhibit crystallization, which leads to stone formation.
• Magnesium reduces calcium absorption.
• Vitamin A promotes the healing of the urinary tract lining.

Dr. Louise is a Naturopath, Medical Intuitive teacher and the author of the book "The Power Within". You can visit her webpage at http://www.soulhealer.com.