Kidney Stone Awareness

Hello, friends welcome to my post in which I have discussed "Kidney Stone Awareness" as part of my participation in this 👉contest organized by @afzalqamar

What do you know about kidney stones?

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The hardest health issue in humans is kidney stones, which are hard pebbles that are like pieces that are made of salts and minerals that form inside someone's kidneys. It can vary in size. Some kidney stones are as small as a grain of sand, whereas some are much larger than a grain, which is what I know about kidney stones.

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What causes kidney stones, and what are the common symptoms?

Several things cause kidney stones some of the things that cause them are as follows:

• High level of minerals like uric acid, oxalate, or calcium.

• Dehydration which is caused by not drinking enough water

• Certain diets especially diets that are high in protein, sugar, or salt

• Medical conditions like obesity, urinary tract infection, or gout.

• Family history

Common Symptoms

Some of the symptoms of kidney stones are as follows:

• Fever and chills

• Pain when urinating

• Vomiting and Nausea

• Smelling urine

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How can kidney stones be prevented or treated?

Kidney stones can be prevented in the following ways

• By drinking enough water

• By eating a balanced diet of foods

• By staying active and maintaining a healthy weight

• By listening to what the doctor said

• By taking enough calcium

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Why is spreading awareness about kidney-related health important?

• Early detection helps to prevent pain and saves lives

• It helps to prevent stones and simplify lifestyle changes and some kidney-related issues

• Also, spreading awareness helps to enlighten people on how to stay safe.

I am inviting: @dove11, @entity01, and @ruthjoe