How likely do kidney stones return if you've had them once? also can metamucil contribute to developing kidney stones? thank you

More than 50%...: More than 50% of patients with urinary stones will have recurrence over their lifetime. The main cause for their stone is still genetic factors leading to their urine inadequacy to dissolve the ingredients. How to minimize stone recurrence? Here are what are modifiable: daily urine output > 2500 cc; decrease oral intake of salt, red meat, and dairy products by >50%; supply known stone inhibitors..

Stones: The risk of a 2nd stone in 7 years is 50%, stone analysis is single best test, a 24 hour urine test along with blood work helps define reason for stone formation, then there are simple things, if no medical issues, drink 2L of water in 24hr, decrease salt in diet, (sodium), and see a kidney doc. Hope this helps.