Nephrolithiasis
Nephrolithiasis is the formation of stones, popularly known as kidney stones, within the kidneys or the urinary tract. These solid deposits form from minerals and salts present in the urine.
Common symptoms:
- Intense pain in the flank or lower back that may radiate toward the abdomen
- Discomfort when urinating or the presence of blood in the urine
- Nausea accompanying the pain
Common causes: It is related to low fluid intake, certain eating habits, metabolic alterations, and individual predisposition.
Which specialist treats it? The urologist and the nephrologist are the professionals who guide its study and follow-up; in children the pediatric nephrologist participates. In the face of acute and persistent lower back pain, the advisable thing is to seek medical care.
Data on 110 doctors who treat nephrolithiasis
Specialties that treat nephrolithiasis
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Doctors specialized in nephrolithiasis
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Miguel Ángel González Rodríguez
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Bernardo Rivas De Leon
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dra. Leticia Gutiérrez Pérez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is nephrolithiasis?
Nephrolithiasis is the formation of stones, popularly known as kidney stones, within the kidneys or the urinary tract. These solid deposits form from minerals and salts present in the urine.
Which doctor treats nephrolithiasis?
Nephrolithiasis is usually treated by specialists in aesthetic and cosmetic surgeon, plastic surgeon, endocrinologist, general practitioner, internist, nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist, pediatrician, urologist, nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist.