Dear M.A.R.: Kidney stones are common. The goals of treatment are to relieve symptoms and prevent infections as well as the ...

It’s estimated that kidney stones are responsible for nearly a half-million emergency room visits every year in the U.S., yet ...

One of the earliest signs that the kidneys are not functioning the way they should, is the leaking of protein into the urine, ...

Kidneys balance the fluids and the salts in the bod, and keeps the urine clear. Clear urine means a lower chance of kidney ...

Winter poses a hidden risk for kidney stones. Experts warn that reduced water intake in cold weather leads to dehydration and ...

Kidney stone pain can radiate from the back or side to the lower abdomen or groin, whereas menstrual cramps cause discomfort in the lower abdomen or pelvis.

About a year ago, a test revealed that I had an 8-mm stone in my kidney. My kidney doctor was not worried about it. I have had no infections or symptoms, and I have normal kidney function. My general ...

A popular belief suggests that drinking beer can help flush out kidney stones – but is that really true? Recently, dietitian ...

Tampa General Hospital has opened Palm Beach County’s first comprehensive kidney stone clinic, aiming to streamline treatment ...

A UTI that goes untreated can turn into a kidney infection. Symptoms of a kidney infection include fever, chills, fatigue, nausea and vomiting ...