How To Treat Kidney Stones?

Drink plenty of water

Use pain relief medication as directed by a doctor

Strain urine to catch the stone for analysis

Take prescribed medications to help pass the stone

Use alpha blockers if prescribed

Reduce salt intake

Limit foods high in oxalate if advised

Maintain normal dietary calcium intake

Avoid excess animal protein if recommended

Treat nausea and vomiting if present

Seek urgent care for fever, severe pain, inability to urinate, or persistent vomiting

Undergo shock wave lithotripsy if needed

Have ureteroscopy if needed

Have percutaneous nephrolithotomy for large stones if needed

Follow up with a doctor to prevent recurrence

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