A member asked:

I have symptoms of kidney stones w/o them for 2.5 yrs & stints help, for unknown reasons. no one wants to exploratory surgery, help!

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Need diet treatment: Virtually all stones are due to a diet high in protein and salt. Stones are unusual in women. Male to female ratio is 9:1. Women should be screened for partial arpt-ase and hgrpt-ase deficiency. If not present then diet at protein intake of 0.75 g/kg ideal body weight with no added salt (3-4 g sodium) and high fluid intake (3-4 l/d with water clear urine). Surgery not needed., need stone burden ct.

Answered 4/8/2016

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