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Understanding Kidney Stones_ Causes and Risk Factors

This PowerPoint presentation provides an in-depth understanding of kidney stones, including their causes, risk factors, and preventive measures. It covers key contributors such as dehydration, diet, genetics, medical conditions, and lifestyle habits. The presentation also highlights practical strategies for reducing kidney stone risk through hydration, diet modification, and regular exercise.

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Understanding Kidney Stones_ Causes and Risk Factors

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  1. Understanding Kidney Stones: Causes and Risk Factors

  2. What Are Kidney Stones? • Solid accumulations of minerals and salts that form in the kidneys. • Can cause severe pain when passing through the urinary tract. • Understanding their causes can aid in prevention and management.

  3. What Causes Kidney Stones? 1. Dehydration • Inadequate water intake leads to concentrated urine. • Increases the risk of mineral crystallization. • Prevention: Drink 2-3 liters of water daily. 2. High-Sodium, Oxalate, and Protein Diet • Oxalates: Found in spinach, nuts, tea, and chocolate – can form calcium oxalate stones. • High Sodium: Increases calcium levels in urine, promoting stone formation. • Animal Protein: Red meat, eggs, and seafood increase uric acid, leading to uric acid stones.

  4. 3. Genetic Predisposition • Family history increases risk. • Some individuals naturally excrete more stone-forming substances. 4. Obesity & Metabolic Disorders • Excess weight, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome alter urine composition. • Higher risk of kidney stone formation.

  5. 5. Certain Medical Conditions • Hyperparathyroidism: Increases calcium levels in urine. • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Alters calcium and oxalate absorption. • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Chronic infections lead to struvite stones. 6. Medications & Supplements • Diuretics: May cause dehydration and concentrated urine. • Calcium-based Antacids: Can raise calcium levels in urine. • Vitamin C Supplements: High doses increase oxalate levels.

  6. 7. Sedentary Lifestyle • Lack of physical activity increases calcium buildup in bones. • Leads to higher calcium excretion in urine. • Solution: Regular exercise balances mineral levels.

  7. Preventing Kidney Stones • Stay Hydrated: 2-3 liters of water per day. • Adopt a Balanced Diet: Reduce high-oxalate and sodium-rich foods. • Limit Animal Protein: Reduce red meat and shellfish consumption. • Exercise Regularly: Maintain a healthy weight and active lifestyle. • Monitor Medications & Supplements: Consult a doctor before taking high doses of calcium or vitamin C.

  8. Conclusion • Kidney stones can be painful and recurrent. • Understanding risk factors helps in prevention. • Lifestyle changes can significantly reduce kidney stone risk. • For advanced kidney stone treatment in Bahrain, visit Dr. Das Clinic – the best urology center in Bahrain.

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