Kidney Stone is a condition where hard deposits form inside the kidneys due to the accumulation of minerals and salts.

The kidneys play a crucial role in filtering waste from the blood and turning it into urine. However, sometimes substances in the urine become concentrated and crystallize, leading to the formation of kidney stones.

Kidney stones can develop due to several factors, including:

• Calcium deficiency
• Excessive uric acid
• Eating foods high in oxalates
• Excessive consumption of sugary drinks
• Overuse of vitamins

When these conditions occur, the body can no longer dissolve or flush out the minerals properly, causing stones to form inside the kidneys.

How to recognize kidney stones?

Symptoms include:

• Frequent aching or pain below the ribs and in the lower back
• Pain in the lower abdomen
• Burning or pain during urination
• Dark or cloudy urine
• Foul-smelling urine
• Chills and fever
• Nausea and vomiting

If left untreated, kidney stones can cause kidney function to decline and lead to difficulties in urination. They may also contribute to other diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.

Treatment for kidney stones

Small stones inside the kidney can be treated and broken down by:

• ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy): Using shock waves to break stones into smaller pieces
• Laser Lithotripsy: Using laser technology to fragment stones

In addition to these treatments, Victoria Hospital offers:

• Advanced Surgery Packages for kidney stone and related urological diseases with skilled specialists
• Modern equipment and expert urologists and surgeons
• Quality care at reasonable prices

We are proud to provide these services to support the health and well-being of our community.