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Formation of stones in urinary tract
Affects bladder or most commonly kidneys
Symptoms may include back or side pain spreading to the lower abdomen or groin and blood in urine
Caused most commonly by formation of stones from calcium salts which may be a result of diet, dehydration, urinary retention or immobilization
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in males
Can occur at any age but more common in young to middle age adults
May be mild to severe
Treatments
Increase intake of fluids
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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