Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatment Options for Patients

According to the National Kidney Foundation, more than half a million people go to emergency rooms for kidney stone problems annually. Approximately one in ten people will have a kidney stone during their lifetime.

Nephrologist, Gaytri Gandotra, M.D., discusses common types of kidney stones, as well as signs and symptoms, risk factors, dietary and lifestyle changes to consider and the association with chronic kidney disease.