What are Bladder Stones?

Description of the disease

Bladder stones, also known as urinary calculi, are solid formations, usually consisting of mineral salts, inside the bladder. This condition can cause significant discomfort and lead to serious complications.

Classification

• Calcium stones
• Uric acid stones
• Infectious stones
• Protein stones

Symptoms

Symptoms of bladder stones include pain during urination, frequent urination, blood in the urine, lower abdominal pain, etc.

Causes

Causes of bladder stone formation may include dehydration, improper diet, infections, and genetic predisposition.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of bladder stones includes ultrasound, X-ray studies, urine analysis, and other methods.

Treatment

Treatment may include medication therapy, lithotripsy, surgical removal of the stones, and lifestyle changes.

Prevention

Preventive measures include increasing fluid intake, proper nutrition, regular urination, etc.

Doctor

Bladder stone treatment is carried out by a urologist.