Anatomy of a Kidney Stone
Kidney stones are a common but painful disorder of the urinary tract and account for a large number of doctor's and emergency room visits. According to the National Kidney Foundation, over 1 million Americans are treated for kidney stones each year. For reasons unknown, the incident of kidney stones has been steadily increasing over the years, and more prevalent in Caucasian men over 40 years and people who live in hotter climates although women can also develop kidney stones. Furthermore, recent reports indicate that the incidence of kidney stones in children is also rising due to poor diet and obesity. Click here for full article.
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