Sudden, intense pain is the hallmark of a kidney stone. See pictures of different types, the causes, symptoms, and treatments in this WebMD slideshow.

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Results of these tests aid in the choice of proper treatment. Most kidney stones can pass through the urinary system with plenty of water (2-3 quarts a day) to help move the stone along. For people ...

Depending on your situation, a kidney stone may pass in your urine or you may require surgical treatment to remove it. If you have a kidney stone that moves inside your kidney, through your urinary ...

With more than one in 10 people around the world suffering from them, kidney stones are an increasingly ... creating a large wound and an obvious scar 3. “This technique has helped patients ...