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What are the first signs of kidney stones? Have you ever experienced an unbearable pain in your lumbar? Many women say that the pain of stone moving from one place to another can be as strong as the pain of childbirth. Did you know that?
When a stone moves to the bladder or through the urethra, it is common to feel a sharp, unilateral lumbar pain, that usually moves to the lower parts of the abdomen. Some men also suffer from testicular discomfort, and women can feel pain in the major labia. Besides pain, other symptoms can be considered signals when you have kidney stones.
First Signs of Kidney Stones
1. Increased and painful urination
If you suddenly notice an increase in your need to urinate, it can be a signal that you have kidney stones. Another very common sign is feeling pain when urinating.
2. Dark and foul-smelling urine
Kidney stones can damage the small tubes that transport urine outside the body, altering its appearance and smell. In this case, the urine will have a darker color and will be cloudy, also presenting a strong and unpleasant smell.
3. Blood in urine
Another very common sign is blood in the urine. If you have kidney stones, your urine is probably pink, red, or brown. Discomfort sitting When the kidney stones get too big, they may cause discomfort when you try to sit down. People with kidney stones usually prefer to stand up when in pain.
4. Nausea and vomiting
Many times, kidney stones can cause infections, especially in the urinary tract. These infections are usually followed by fevers and fatigue. Besides that, back pains can also cause stomach aches and cause nausea, and vomiting.
5. Fever
When the stones stay for too long inside the kidneys, they can cause fever and shivers. Besides certain symptoms, kidney stones can also cause swelling and pain in the kidneys, so, if you notice any swelling on your abdomen or lumbar (under the ribs or groin), together with any different symptoms on this list, go to a doctor immediately.
A renal crisis can vary over time, especially the place and intensity of pain. Small stones usually don't cause any problems, and many times are alone found during urine tests, ultrasounds, or X-rays. If in doubt, you can do one of the natural treatments that we have on our website, to naturally expel kidney stones.
