Kidney Stones
Hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe flank pain, blood in the urine, and urinary obstruction.
Also known as: renal calculi, nephrolithiasis, urinary stones.
Category: Renal & Urinary
Symptoms associated with Kidney Stones
The following symptoms have been associated with Kidney Stones in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Chills
A sudden sensation of feeling cold....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Flank Pain
Pain in the side of the body between the ribs and hip, often related to the kidneys or urinary tract....
Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic...
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Painful Urination
Burning, stinging, or discomfort when urinating, most commonly caused by a urinary tract infection....
Tests used to investigate Kidney Stones
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Kidney Stones. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Albumin, Random Urine With Creatinine Ratio
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Bun/Creatinine Ratio Test
The BUN/Creatinine ratio blood test is used to diagnose acute or chronic renal (kidney) disease or damage. It ...
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Creatinine Random Urine Test
This urine test assesses creatinine levels and can be helpful in diagnosing the health and functioning of the ...
Kidney & Liver Tests
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Kidney Health Lab Tests
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Kidney Renal Function Test Panel
This test panel of 12 tests is used to determine overall kidney health and function....
Parathyroid Hormone Pth Test
This blood test is used to measure levels of PTH to help diagnosis parathyroid disease and other diseases that...
Protein And Creatinine Urine Test, Random
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Routine Urinalysis Test
Our routine complete urinalysis checks 12 different levels in the urine and is helpful in diagnosing UTIs, ren...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Kidney Stones, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
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Fabry disease
Fabry disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
A bacterial infection of the kidneys, usually ascending from the bladder, causing fever, flank pain, and urina...
Microscopic polyangiitis
Microscopic polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for high fever with flank pain, inability to pass urine, or uncontrollable pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kidney Stones?
Kidney Stones is a health condition described in medical literature. Hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe flank pain, blood in the urine, and urinary obstruction.
What are the symptoms of Kidney Stones?
Kidney Stones is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Chills, Fever, Flank Pain, Hematuria, Nausea and vomiting. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Kidney Stones diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Kidney Stones include Albumin, Random Urine With Creatinine Ratio, Bun/Creatinine Ratio Test, Calcium, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Creatinine Random Urine Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Kidney Stones, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.