World Kidney Day, March 14th 2013
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Kidney stones
Risk factors
 

 
Main risk factors of kidney stones:

  • Family history of kidney stones

  • Age, ethnicity and gender

  • Hot climate (dehydration)

  • Obesity




  
  • Low urine volume

  • Certain renal disorders

  • Crohn’s disease, and other disorders which can alter bowel absorption of some minerals

For questions, concerns or advice about kidney stones, please consult your doctor!