Kidney Stones Symptoms & How to Dissolve Kidney Stones

Do you have kidney stones symptoms? Sorry to hear that. Kidney stones can be absolutely excruciating. Some even say the pain hurts as much as the cramping pangs of natural child birth! Talk about unpleasant. Well, if you suspect you have kidney stones, you may at some point experience the following kidney stone symptoms:

• Pain. Extreme pain. Sudden onset of severe pain is a very common complaint among kidney stone sufferers. This pain tends to be located on the side, back, below the ribs, lower abdomen, and then makes its way to the groin. This cramp-like pain typically comes in different waves of intensity, with periods of pain lasting 20 to 60 minutes.
• Hematuria (blood found in urine)
• Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
• Feeling of nausea and vomiting
• Burning pain while urinating due to infection
• Constant urge to urinate
• Recurring urinary tract infection
• Fever and chills if an infection is present in the body

How to Dissolve Kidney Stones 

If you have any of these signs of kidney stones, the first thing that probably goes through your mind (besides the cuss words of pain) is, “How do I get rid of these horrible stones?” Perhaps we can help. Below, are some ways to dissolve kidney stones safely and naturally at home.

• Drink more fluid. Increase your fluid intake to eight to 10 glasses of water a day. Water dilutes the urine and helps flush away the substances that form stones in the kidneys.
• Eat a healthy diet of green, leafy vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grains. Examples of some low-oxalate food to help reduce your risk of stones include watermelon, garlic, celery, cucumber, papaya, potatoes and bananas.
• Some people swear by the powers of organic, unrefined, cold-pressed Flaxseed Oil. According to the American Journal of Kidney Disease, flaxseed oil has had positive results with kidney disease.
• If you are looking for natural remedy for kidney stones, here are some herbs that are said to aid in the dissolving of kidney stones: goldenrod, marshmallow root, juniper berries, and uva ursi. As with all at-home herbal solutions, please consult your doctor to make sure the specific natural remedy for kidney stones you choose will not have a reaction with prior medication or cause allergic reactions.
• Reduce the amount of Vitamin C and D in your diet.

Home remedies are a great way to dissolve kidney stones, however, they do not replace a visit to the doctor. If you display signs of kidney stones make an appointment to see your physician. He or she can determine the best method of treatment and prevention for you and your way of life. Living with the pain of kidney stones can be a thing of the past. There are many different ways to relieve your pain.