Passing Kidney Stones the Natural Way
Kidney stones are one of the most common disorders of the urinary system and it can be extremely painful. However, many people have this disorder and are passing kidney stones even without them being aware of it.
The kidneys are the organs that are responsible for the elimination of toxins from the body. Kidney stones are the result of a build up in the kidneys of certain waste substances such as oxalate, calcium, and uric acid. Why these substances crystallize instead of passing out in the person's urine is not entirely clear but what health experts know is that not drinking lots of water and eating a diet rich in protein and sodium contribute to the development of kidney stones.
In addition, if your family has a history of this disorder or if you have certain medical conditions like gout, urinary tract infections, or other kidney disorders then you have a higher chance of developing kidney stones. Also, if you have had kidney stones before, you are likely to have them again.
Passing kidney stones in a natural way during urination is the typical method of treatment for this disorder. Simply drinking plenty of water will help the process of passing kidney stones naturally. Your doctor may give you some pain relievers to ease your discomfort.
Also, your doctor will ask you to use a special strainer cup when passing kidney stones so you can catch them and they can be sent to the laboratory for testing. This is done to determine the type of the kidney stones you have and to help you prevent them from developing again.
The natural way of passing kidney stones can only be done if the stones are small enough. However, if the stones are too large, then other measures such as surgery or a lithotripsy procedure becomes necessary to remove the stones. Fortunately, passing kidney stones naturally is possible for about ninety percent of patients.
If you are trying the natural method of passing kidney stones, it will aid the process if you maintain a healthy diet and avoid consuming certain foods and drinks like coffee, alcohol, soda, pasta, baked goods with refined white flour, and sugary foods.
You may also consider herbal remedies known to help in passing kidney stones as well as preventing them such as kava kava, bearberry, cramp bark and stone root. However, it is highly recommended that you consult with a qualified herb specialist before using any herbs because they have very potent effects. Also, do not hesitate to ask your doctor about other home remedy options for passing kidney stones.
