There is no getting around the fact about the high degree of pain associated with the kidney stone condition. Knowing some of the common causes of kidney stones can be helpful if you want to reduce your chances of developing them. What we are talking about are healthy living habits plus general awareness of the causes for some types of kidney stones.
Medical conditions can often contribute to the likelihood of your developing kidney stones. If you've had gastric bypass surgery, suffer from chronic diarrhea or inflammatory bowel disease, these can contribute to your condition. Kidney stone production is a reaction to your body's ability to absorb calcium which is directly affected by these conditions. If you have digestive problems or have had surgery in this area of your body, you should ask your doctor what things you should do to lower the chances of your getting kidney stones. For example, you should take care to be very careful about what you eat. Oxalates, which are contained in many foods, can contribute to calcium stones, the most common type of kidney stones. Many of the foods that contain these substances, such as various fruits, vegetables and nuts are foods that would otherwise be thought of as good for you. There are quite a few foods that contain these substances, and some others include herring, liver and chocolate, so it's quite a variety. People suffering from calcium type kidney stones are often told to reduce or eliminate oxalates from their diet. Reducing or avoiding oxalates is something you may want to do, especially if you've had recurring problems with kidney stones and are looking for a way to stop them from returning. You should do further research for a complete list of foods in this category.
In some cases, kidney stones can be caused or made worse by drinking too much alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption, among other things, can lead to dehydration, which is a major cause of kidney stones. Kidney stones, as well as other ailments, may actually be prevented, however, by consuming small to moderate amounts of alcohol. While this may seem confusing, it all comes down to moderation. Recent research shows that alcohol has a variety of benefits, but only when taken in moderation. Also, what constitutes moderation differs, depending on your own size and the way your body reacts to alcohol.
This article has talked about a few of the causes and risk factors that lead to the development of kidney stones but there are lots of others too. When you suffer from kidney stones, your doctor will help you figure out what causes them, how to get rid of them and how to keep them from happening again in the future. It's not hard to stay away from the cause if the cause is simple like a food, medication or activity.
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