Causes Of Acute Nephritis

Kidney Stones

Renal lithiasis or kidney stones consist of minerals that form inside the kidneys. These stones occur, in many cases, when urine becomes concentrated and minerals collect. Although the pain levels when these stones pass are high, they usually move without causing any damage to the urinary tract or kidneys. Doctors can recommend ways to reduce or prevent the occurrence of these stones. One easy way to keep these stones away remains to drink plenty of water to keep urine diluted. Symptoms specific to renal lithiasis include severe pain in the side, back and below the ribs, as well as the groin and lower abdomen. Also, these stones produce pain that comes and goes, bloody urine, frequent urination, and the passing of urine.

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