By Dr. Barry M. Zisholtz, M.D., F. A. C. S Kidney stones have been documented for thousands of years. They have been discovered in ancient Egyptian mummies, clearly well before we had the type of instrumentation and technology that we have in the 21st century. It is almost impossible to comprehend how ancient man dealt with something […]
Richard Head wasn’t aware there was a blockage in his body that prevented his kidney from functioning properly. He also wasn’t aware that there was blood in his urine, as he was not experiencing any pain or discomfort in these areas. Unfortunately, some health issues do not cause overt symptoms until they’ve turned into severe problems. […]
Your body’s organ systems work together to keep you healthy and strong, each serving a different but vital purpose in helping your body function. Although many people are embarrassed to think about or discuss their urinary tract, properly caring for the organs in this system can be the difference between feeling great and falling ill. […]
About 8.8 percent of the population in the U.S. will experience the pain of a kidney stone, according to a 2012 study published in European Urology. That adds up to about half a million people every year, or 1 in 10, and those numbers are rising, the National Kidney Foundation says. But what happens if you […]
Warmer weather is right around the corner, and many people are looking forward to the change! However, these higher temps can also increase the likelihood of kidney stones. About Kidney Stones Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form within the kidneys. They are composed of certain minerals found in urine, such as uric acid, […]
Although kidney stones are rarely life threatening, they might not feel like it. In fact, they can be extremely painful. Here is some basic information about this condition, along with possible treatment options. What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are small deposits that form on the insides of the kidneys when urine becomes too concentrated, […]