Kidney stones, diet with which must necessarily be respected, isserious illness. It consists in the formation of stones in the kidneys and other organs of the urogenital system. Subject to this disease people of different age categories. The type of stones differs depending on the age of the patient. Older people most often have uric acid formations, but still in the majority of all patients their composition is predominant. Such stones can form in the kidneys and in the bladder. They are able to reach large sizes if they are not detected in time. As for small stones, they are called "sand". Next, tell a little about proper nutrition during illness, as well as its treatment.
Kidney Stones - Diet
If there is a predisposition in thisdisease, in this case, be sure to follow a diet that excludes products with a high level of oxalic acid. These include green vegetables such as cabbage, spinach, sorrel, parsley, celery. It is also not recommended to use nuts, currants, figs, legumes, chocolate, beets, as well as cheese, yogurt, dairy and dairy products. Especially not recommended to use dairy products in conjunction with oxalic acid, as this provokes the occurrence of kidney stones. The diet includes the complete absence of spicy foods that can increase the acidity of urine, which also entails the rapid development of the disease. That is why nutrition with kidney stones should be controlled and correct.
As for the products that shouldto eat, then these include the following: sweet potatoes, carrots, broccoli, pumpkin, fish, seafood, bananas, avocados. They have a sufficient amount of vitamin A and B6, which contributes to the good functioning of the urinary tract. At the same time, it is recommended to move more or occupy yourself with various physical activities. You should also drink more water, which will help to make the urine less concentrated. It is recommended to hold fasting once a week, while consuming a large amount of fluid. Diet with oxalate stones, as well as with others, requires a reduction in the use of salt and carbohydrates. It should be remembered that food for the disease should be prescribed by a doctor. But if there are kidney stones, the diet does not help, a different, more radical treatment is required.
Stone treatment
If there is a presence of small stones(about 4-6 mm), here it is best to apply conservative therapy, since in most cases their discharge is independent. Naturally, such a conclusion can be made only by a doctor who determines their location.
When the size of stones from 7 mm or more is requireddistance lithotripsy, which also depends on the placement of the stone and its density. In addition, urethroscopy is used, which is performed under general or sinal anesthesia. Thus, the doctor breaks the stones into small pieces, then removes them with a special clamp. The smallest pieces of waste with time independently. Such an operation is quite effective, but still depends on the size of the stones formed.
If the above treatments do nothelp, in this case, the patient is offered laparoscopic surgery, which is considered an alternative compared to other methods of removing stones. Such an operation is performed under general anesthesia with small punctures.
Следует отметить, что такие методы лечения appointed only after passing all the necessary tests. And if the presence of stones in the kidneys and urinary organs is confirmed, then appropriate treatment methods are prescribed for each patient individually. And remember that kidney stones, a diet for which is considered mandatory, is a very serious disease.
