Kidney Stones Pain And Prevention.
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Kidney Stones: Pain and Prevention
Summary
As an ER nurse, I've witnessed countless patients suffering from kidney stones, with approximately 80% being men. The reason for this gender discrepancy is unknown. These patients typically endure severe pain in the lower abdomen or flank on one side.
Initial Diagnosis and Treatment
The first step in diagnosing kidney stones is requesting a urine sample. A dipstick test often reveals blood in the urine, sometimes accompanied by signs of dehydration, indicated by the presence of ketones. Patients are typically given intravenous fluids to help flush the kidneys. Once a doctor confirms the diagnosis, pain medication is administered to ease discomfort during the passage of the stone.
A blood test and CAT scan may be conducted for further confirmation, revealing the stone's size and location. If no infection is present, patients go home with pain relief and instructions to increase water intake. They are also advised to use a strainer to collect the kidney stone for analysis, which helps identify dietary changes to reduce future occurrences.
Patient Advice and Tips
Many patients share similar advice for managing kidney stones:
- Hydration is Key: Consuming plenty of water prevents urine from becoming concentrated, reducing the risk of new stones.
- Manage Stress: Stress is common among kidney stone sufferers.
- Limit Alcohol and Sodas: These beverages can lead to dehydration.
- Try Herbal Teas: Corn silk tea can help flush the kidneys, while catnip tea with apple cider vinegar is another option.
- Aloe Vera Juice: Available in health food stores, it may be beneficial.
- Lemonade: Particularly useful if stones are calcium-based, as it helps absorb calcium.
- Stay Active: Walking can encourage stone movement, though it can be challenging.
- Check Your Thyroid and Parathyroid: There may be a connection with stone formation.
Preventive Measures
To prevent kidney stones, consider the following steps:
1. Drink Lots of Water: Aim for eight 8-ounce glasses daily, or twelve if you work outdoors. Smelly urine could indicate inadequate water intake and the risk of a UTI.
2. Vitamin C Intake: Consider taking 2,000 mg daily.
3. Avoid Sodas and Alcohol: If consumed, offset each drink with a glass of water.
4. Boost Your Immune System: A strong immune system can help in prevention.
5. Family History: Understand your family's history with kidney stones to guide lifestyle improvements.
6. Embrace Positive Affirmations: In Chinese medicine, kidneys are linked to fear. Combat this with affirmations like "Water flows freely through me, making me safer," and visualize it daily.
Inspirational Insight
Reflect on this quote by Aldous Huxley about the kidneys: "The kidneys are so beautifully organized; they do their work of regulation with such a miraculous... positively divine precision, that there is no reason why our archetypal man, whoever he is, or anyone else, for that matter, should be ashamed to own a pair."
Warm regards,
Pieternel van Giersbergen
© 2005 Pieternel van Giersbergen. [www.pieternel.com](http://www.pieternel.com)
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