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Do kidney stones have any connection with the development of kidney disease? i am a guy in my mid-twenties and i have kidney stones. i've passed two over the past couple years, and after further analysis by my urologist, i'm told that i have 8 more waitin
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KIDNEY : Kidney stones can cause infection and bleeding. If it causes obstruction, it can lead to kidney damage.You should see your urologist for more advise.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Kidney disease: Most kidney disease/kidney failure comes from longstanding, poorly controlled high blood pressure and/or diabetes. Nowaadays, it is rare for kidney stones by themselves to cause kidney failure. At your age, you should be evaluated to figure out why you are forming stones. It may require a lifelong intervention, but your future appears to be headed towards multiple stone events.
Answered 12/9/2013
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