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A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter at the same time. See also: Cystinuria ... Read more »
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A kidney stone is the result of a chemical reaction that occurs when the urine becomes concentrated and when certain substances combine together to... Read more »
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Kidney stones are one of the most common disorders of the urinary tract. They are an ancient health problem. Evidence of kidney stones has been found... Read more »
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PreventionAnyone who has had kidney stones should try to prevent a recurrence. Some general observations include:The most important dietary... Read more »