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Repeated kidney stones may cause continuous pain, worry, and disruption of daily life. Many people who have suffered from a kidney stone once are anxious about its recurrence, and this fear is becoming more and more widespread as the number of cases increases in various age groups. In fact, kidney stones form for different reasons;…
HYDERABAD: A 45-year-old businessman was allegedly waylaid, hacked and fired upon by assailants in Jawaharnagar on Monday morning. He died on the spot. Police suspect previous enmity could be the trigger for the brutal murder. No arrests have been made till late in the night.The chilling murder, which took place in public view, was captured…
HYDERABAD: A man who was an accused in a double murder case was stabbed, bludgeoned with stones and then shot dead by a group of persons in Jawaharnagar on Monday morning. Police suspect previous enmity to be the motive. Jawaharnagar police said, Venkat Ratnam, 45, was riding a two-wheeler when he was followed and intercepted…
When it comes to kidney stones, the most common perception is that they are caused by insufficient water consumption, however, that is not always the case. Dr Arjun Sabharwal, MBBS and nephrologist, recently posted an IG video in which he highlighted that kidney stones are not just caused by low water intake, but a host…
Some individuals are born with structural abnormalities or inherited disorders of the kidneys. Examples include polycystic kidney disease, Alport syndrome, and congenital obstructions. Since the kidneys may be malformed or genetically predisposed to weaken, leakage of proteins can appear early in life. These conditions can also have an impact on the pattern of urine flow…
Gallbladder stones, or cholelithiasis, are small, hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder, the small organ that stores bile to aid digestion. While often associated with diet or lifestyle, gallstones are surprisingly common during pregnancy and the months that follow. Many women experience sudden abdominal pain, nausea, or discomfort without realising that these could be…
Reptiles do not just urinate in liquid form. They crystallise their waste into solid spheres of uric acid. In a study published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, researchers examined the solid urine of more than 20 reptile species and found that all of them contained tiny spheres made of uric acid. Scientists…
If the most frustrating and painful condition could win an award, it would definitely be kidney stones. More common than ever before, kidney stones affect millions of people worldwide. Fortunately, since the advent of technology, there are numerous ways to prevent or suppress it, in the long run. Beyond the quick fixes and unnatural approach,…
Bubble tea, also known as boba tea, has surged in popularity worldwide due to its unique combination of tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls. While it is a tasty treat, there are growing concerns about its potential impact on kidney health. Regularly drinking bubble tea, especially in place of water, can contribute to kidney stone…
A routine urinary tract infection (UTI) nearly cost 31-year-old Lauren Carson her life, transforming what seemed like a minor health issue into a life-threatening emergency. Initially, Lauren experienced mild discomfort and assumed it was a typical UTI, expecting antibiotics to resolve the problem. However, her symptoms worsened, progressing to severe back pain and confusion. Unbeknownst…
