Kidney stones are common, affecting approximately one in five men and one in 10 women by the age of 70. They are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys, varying in size and potentially causing intense pain when passing through the urinary tract.
Kidney stones can be managed with treatment, and there are steps to prevent them from recurring.
Fortunately, treatment is available to manage most kidney stones and there are steps everyone can take to prevent them from recurring.
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Author's summary: Kidney stones affect many people and can be managed with treatment and prevention.