How to prevent kidney stones? How effective are alternative methods of treatment for urolithiasis?

They found urate stones in my kidneys. The doctor said that they can be dissolved with some kind of medicine, but I decided to undergo treatment with folk methods. Every morning I dilute a quarter of a glass of lemon juice with boiled water and drink during the day. Will it help? "

Uric acid stones can indeed be dissolved by changing the acidity of urine to the alkaline side. Lemon juice with water is a good choice in this case. But it is better to use it not instead of a medicine, but together with it. Because the strength of the juice, most likely, will not be enough. And assessing its effectiveness is quite problematic.

For the treatment and prevention of urolithiasis caused by the accumulation of urates, the modern drug Bleared is now widely used. It helps to dissolve stones and prevents their further formation. When taking Bleared, you need to use special indicator papers. They will show how the drug changes the acidity of urine, and will allow you to choose the optimal dosage. This is very important, as stones only dissolve actively at certain pH values. During treatment, you should limit the intake of meat, caviar, herring, chocolate and other foods rich in so-called purines. You need to drink at least 1.5-2 liters per day. In addition to the lemon drink, you can have pear, grape, and pineapple juices. But it is better to refuse any broths, green tea, beer and cocoa.

“I love mineral water very much. But recently I heard that she may cause kidney stones. Is that really so? "

The habit of restricting fluid intake may well lead to the appearance of urinary stones, especially with a hereditary predisposition. But before you sound the alarm, you need to analyze your daughter's diet. She may be eating a lot of juicy fruits or getting liquid from other water-rich foods. Or he drinks a lot at school, and you simply do not consider this fact. If this is not the case, it is necessary to find out the reasons for the phenomenon. Maybe your daughter is afraid of gaining extra pounds after drinking a lot? In any case, you need to explain to the girl the danger of such imbalances in the diet. Indeed, with a lack of fluid, urine is concentrated, and salts precipitate, forming stones. With poor heredity, this is a very likely scenario of events. You should try to explain to your daughter the importance of drinking fluids. After all, from "drought" in the body suffer not only the kidneys, but also the skin. If the girl cannot drink a lot at once, let her take at least a few sips of a drink that is pleasant for her 6-7 times a day. You can also make her a mild diuretic tea 2-3 times a week, such as lingonberry and nettle leaves. It will enrich the body with vitamins and remove fluid. And the child will have a natural need to replenish it.

“Last year I was admitted to the hospital with an attack of urolithiasis. The stone was crushed, but three times after being discharged from the hospital, I had cystitis. Could this be a consequence of crushing the stone? Do I need to constantly take any medications or herbs to prevent exacerbations?

Successful treatment cannot cause cystitis. However, a long-term urolithiasis could provoke the appearance of a chronic infection in the urinary tract, which you did not know about for the time being. Bacteria are able to "cling" to the wall of the bladder and spend a long time in a "sleeping" state without causing any discomfort. But with a decrease in immunity due to hypothermia, hypovitaminosis, overwork, or any other reason, they are activated and lead to inflammation. You need to get tested. You will most likely need antibacterial medication as well. In the future, in the spring, winter and autumn, it will be necessary to carry out prevention. It consists in the use of decoctions and infusions from medicinal plants with antibacterial and diuretic effects. These properties are possessed by renal tea, bearberry, birch leaves, cranberries and lingonberries, as well as special diuretic preparations. They can be purchased without a prescription. Your doctor may also prescribe herbal medications or dietary supplements. Usually Phyto preparations are recommended to be taken for two months. But once every two to three weeks, it is better to change the composition of the training camp periodically. Consider also that for the prevention of cystitis, and to prevent the formation of new stones, it is important to drink a lot, at least 2–2.5 liters per day. The liquid contained in food is not counted here. The water must be purified from salts by means of filters with a softening cartridge. In hot weather, it is recommended to drink another 20-30 percent more. your doctor will also prescribe medications or dietary supplements based on medicinal plants. Usually phytopreparations are recommended to be taken for two months. But once every two to three weeks, it is better to change the composition of the training camp periodically. Consider also that for the prevention of cystitis, and to prevent the formation of new stones, it is important to drink a lot, at least 2–2.5 liters per day. The liquid contained in food is not counted here. The water must be purified from salts by means of filters with a softening cartridge. In hot weather, it is recommended to drink another 20-30 percent more. your doctor will also prescribe medications or dietary supplements based on medicinal plants. Usually phytopreparations are recommended to be taken for two months. But once every two to three weeks, it is better to periodically change the composition of the fees. Consider also that for the prevention of cystitis, and to prevent the formation of new stones, it is important to drink a lot, at least 2–2.5 liters per day. The liquid contained in food is not counted here. The water must be purified from salts by means of filters with a softening cartridge. In hot weather, it is recommended to drink another 20-30 percent more. and to prevent the formation of new stones, it is important to drink a lot, at least 2–2.5 liters per day. The liquid contained in food is not counted here. The water must be purified from salts by means of filters with a softening cartridge. In hot weather, it is recommended to drink another 20-30 percent more. and to prevent the formation of new stones, it is important to drink a lot, at least 2–2.5 liters per day. The liquid contained in food is not counted here. The water must be purified from salts by means of filters with a softening cartridge. In hot weather, it is recommended to drink another 20-30 percent more.