{"id":5734,"date":"2023-01-19T10:34:57","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T15:34:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atlanticurologyclinics.com\/?p=5734"},"modified":"2023-12-12T10:59:55","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T15:59:55","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-kidney-stones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atlanticurologyclinics.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-kidney-stones\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Rid of Kidney Stones"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kidney stones are small, hard deposits of minerals, acid salts, and chemicals that form in the kidneys. Kidney stones are made of calcium, phosphorus, and other substances found in urine.<\/p>\n

While kidney stones can range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball, they all cause significant pain when they move through the urinary tract. To avoid this painful experience, here is everything you need to know about kidney stones and how to get rid of them.<\/p>\n

Causes of Kidney Stones<\/h2>\n

Many factors, such as genetics, diet, dehydration, and certain medications, can cause kidney stones. People who eat diets high in animal proteins, sodium, processed foods, and refined sugars are more likely to develop kidney stones. Additionally, people who have high levels of calcium in their urine are at an increased risk of developing kidney stones.<\/p>\n

Symptoms<\/h2>\n

The most common symptom of kidney stones<\/a> is intense pain in the back, side, lower abdomen, or groin. Other symptoms include:<\/p>\n