What are the symptoms of kidney stones?

Symptoms of kidney stones include severe pain in the back or waist, hematuria, difficulty urinating, nausea and vomiting, fever and chills, etc. In severe cases, you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. The specific symptoms vary depending on the size, location and movement of the stones. You should make a timely assessment and receive treatment based on the symptoms.

1. Severe pain in waist and abdomen

The most typical symptom of kidney stones is sudden severe pain in the waist or back. The pain is often paroxysmal and may radiate to the abdomen, groin or inner thigh. This pain is usually caused by stones blocking or damaging the urinary tract. When the pain is unbearable, it is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible to get a clear diagnosis and take targeted treatment.

2. Hematuria

Kidney stone patients may have blood in their urine, which may be pink, red or brown. This is usually caused by irritation or damage to the urinary tract by the stones. If hematuria occurs, it should be taken seriously and checked in time to avoid delaying the condition.

3. Urinary discomfort or frequent urination

Patients with kidney stones may experience pain during urination, frequent urination, or urgency. Some patients may also experience sudden interruption of urination. This is usually caused by the stones moving into a narrower urinary tract passage, blocking the flow of urine. In mild cases, drinking more water can promote stone excretion, but if there is no improvement, you need to see a doctor.

4. Nausea and vomiting

Due to the severe pain caused by kidney stones, some patients may also experience gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea or vomiting. This is caused by nerve reflexes, and the pressure caused by restricted urine flow may also aggravate this discomfort.

5. Fever and chills

If accompanied by urinary tract infection, the patient may experience systemic symptoms such as fever and chills. When kidney stones are complicated by infection, special vigilance should be taken, as severe cases may lead to kidney or systemic infection, and anti-infection treatment should be received as soon as possible.

The symptoms of kidney stones are complex and varied, and may sometimes be similar to other urinary system diseases. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination in time and confirm the diagnosis through imaging methods such as B-ultrasound, CT or urine tests. For kidney stones with mild symptoms, you can try to promote the excretion of stones by drinking more water and taking medication. Large stones or stones that cause serious symptoms may require surgical treatment such as extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopic lithotripsy or ureteroscopy. If the above symptoms appear in the body, especially severe pain or fever, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from getting worse.