Anatomy of the Kidneys
The kidneys are one of the primary organs of the urinary system. They help to release excess water and clean the body of wastes. Learn more >>>
The Urinary System
Learn how the kidneys function with the rest of the urinary organs. Learn more >>>
Prevention of Kidney Stones
Kidney stones can be prevented, especially in people at risk of forming it, by drinking lots of water. Yet, there are other natural ways to prevent this common disease. Learn more >>>
Online Resources
View web resources that can assist you in better understanding kidney stones and other urologic diseases.
The kidneys are one of the primary organs of the urinary system. They help to release excess water and clean the body of wastes. Learn more >>>
The Urinary System
Learn how the kidneys function with the rest of the urinary organs. Learn more >>>
Prevention of Kidney Stones
Kidney stones can be prevented, especially in people at risk of forming it, by drinking lots of water. Yet, there are other natural ways to prevent this common disease. Learn more >>>
Online Resources
View web resources that can assist you in better understanding kidney stones and other urologic diseases.
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are one of the most common and most painful disorders of the urinary tract. They form when substances such as mineral salts and other waste products stick together to form crystals in the urine. Learn more >>>
Types of Kidney Stones
Kidney stones form from various combinations of substances in the urine. The most common type of stones contain calcium combined with either oxalate or phosphate. Learn more >>>
Causes of Kidney Stones
Several factors may put you at risk of forming kidney stones. But it can also be caused by certain diseases and medications that you take. Learn more >>>
Treatment of Kidney Stones
Treatment does not always have to be surgery. Treatment involves knowing what type of stones you have and other conditions that may be causing your stones. There are other treatment options that your doctor can provide. Learn more >>>
Kidney stones are one of the most common and most painful disorders of the urinary tract. They form when substances such as mineral salts and other waste products stick together to form crystals in the urine. Learn more >>>
Types of Kidney Stones
Kidney stones form from various combinations of substances in the urine. The most common type of stones contain calcium combined with either oxalate or phosphate. Learn more >>>
Causes of Kidney Stones
Several factors may put you at risk of forming kidney stones. But it can also be caused by certain diseases and medications that you take. Learn more >>>
Treatment of Kidney Stones
Treatment does not always have to be surgery. Treatment involves knowing what type of stones you have and other conditions that may be causing your stones. There are other treatment options that your doctor can provide. Learn more >>>
