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This is my forth time with kidney stones, my doctor doesn't seem like there is a cure, what steps can i take to prevent these, how long do they form.?

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Dr. Larry Grissom answered

Keep well hydrated: Avoid foods that may favor stone formation.

Answered 12/10/2012

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A member asked:

This is my forth time with kidney stones, my doctor doesn't seem like there is a cure, what steps can i take to prevent these, how long do they form.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Grissom answered

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