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Kidney Stones

A kidney stone is a hard, crystal-like mass. It is made of substances in your urine that build up on the inner surfaces of the kidney.


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Kidney Stones
Symptoms of kidney stones present: back or side pain, lower abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, pain in groin, urge to urinate, or burning sensation while urinating Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you. 
Symptoms present, family or personal history of kidney stones Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you.
Symptoms present along with chronic urinary tract infections Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Symptoms present along with fever and chills Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room.
Continual bleeding, inability to urinate Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room. 

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