Understanding Kidney Stones – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Kidney stones (renal calculi) are hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys when certain substances in the urine become concentrated and crystallise. They are one of the most common urological conditions seen at Anand Hospitals, Ahmedabad, and can affect people of all ages, though they are more frequent in adults aged 30 to 60.

What Causes Kidney Stones?

Stones form when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances — such as calcium, oxalate, or uric acid — than the available fluid can dilute. Several factors increase the risk:

Recognising the Symptoms

Small stones may pass unnoticed, but larger stones or those that become lodged in the ureter can cause:

Diagnosis

Your urologist at Anand Hospitals will diagnose kidney stones using a combination of urine analysis, blood tests, and imaging — typically an ultrasound or a non-contrast CT scan of the abdomen, which remains the gold standard for stone detection.

Treatment Options

Prevention Is Key

Drinking 2.5 to 3 litres of water daily, reducing salt and animal protein intake, and attending regular follow-up with a urologist can significantly reduce recurrence. At Anand Hospitals, our urology team provides personalised prevention plans based on stone analysis and metabolic evaluation.