Kidney Stones treatment in La Paz

Kidney stone disease, also known as kidney stones, is the formation of solid deposits from substances present in the urine within the urinary tract.

How it usually shows up: It may run without discomfort or cause intense pain in the back or the flank that radiates toward the abdomen, along with the presence of blood in the urine or a frequent need to urinate.

Factors that play a role: Low fluid intake, certain eating habits, and individual predispositions can favor its appearance.

Whom to see? The urologist and the nephrologist are the specialists who evaluate this condition, with support from the internist when needed. If you have intense colicky pain or blood in the urine, the recommended thing is to have it evaluated by a professional.