Kidney
stones or calculi are tough mineral deposits that are formed in the kidneys. The
kidney aids in filtering the waste products from the blood and let them into
the urine. When the waste products do not break up completely they are formed
as hard calculi and then get trapped into the ureter. If it is untreated it may
cause infection and also leads to poor functioning of the kidneys.
Several
hospitals in India treat various problems in Kidney effectively. Treatment for kidney stones at India is very successful as many skilled Urologists are
available at top hospitals. They make use of latest technology and treat effectively
with affordable rates.
Symptoms of Kidney
stones:
When
the stones block the ureter and interrupts in the urine flow symptoms begin and
it includes,
· Severe pain while
passing urine
· Pain in the lower
abdomen and back area
· Presence of blood in
the urine
· Vomiting and nauseate
feeling
· Feeling burning
sensation while urinating
· Pain extending to groin
and testicle region
Treatment:
The
management of Kidney stones highly depends on the size and nature of the stones
present. Those stones which are 5mm or less than that are not treated
clinically and it comes down in the urine when the fluid intake is more. If the
stones are made of calcium it does not respond to the medications and they are
treated through surgical interventions.
· Extracorporeal
shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL):
The
calculi that are smaller than 2cm can be segmented using shock waves which then
are flushed out through the urine. It usually takes 45minutes for the procedure
and done as a daycare intervention. It is considered as one of the safest
procedure without any harm to the kidneys.
Ureteroscopy:
A
tiny specialized instrument called scope is introduced into the bladder which
reaches up to the urethra by means of ureter without making any cut. The stones
are then segmented by using holmium laser which makes it as a powder. It is a
painless procedure with minimal loss of blood.
· Percutaneous
Nephro Lithotomy (PCNL):
The
stones that are larger than 2cm in diameter are treated with PCNL. It is a kind
of keyhole surgery in which a small incision is made in the area above kidney.
It is performed under general anesthesia and requires 3-4 days stay at the
hospital. The recovery time is quick and is much safer procedure.
· Open
surgery:
The
stones that are more complex are removed by means of surgery that is done by
making a cut in the abdomen region.
Home remedies for
kidney stone removal:
·
You can consume two
tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
mixed with one teaspoon of honey with a cup of warm water and have it for few
times in a day.
· Mix four tablespoons of
lemon juice with same amount of olive
oil and consume it three times a day for about three days. The citric acid
in the lemons helps to fragment the calcium deposits. It is not effective for
larger stones.
· The seeds and the
liquid of pomegranate have
astringent properties. You can have one fruit or a glass of juice daily or you
can grind the seeds and make it as a paste and have it along with horse gram
soup.
· Add two table spoons of
dried nettle leaf to one cup of
boiling water and allow it boil for ten minutes and filter and have the water
for two to three times for few weeks. It prevents from the formation of stones
and also enhances smooth urination.
·
Basil
is good for overall health and has many medicinal properties. Mix one teaspoon
of basil juice with honey and have it early morning for few months. It helps in
the expulsion of stones from urinary tract.
· Watermelon
is used to treat calculi’s that are formed by calcium and carbonates. The juice
when consumed regularly helps in aiding the overall health of kidneys.