Prevention of Kidney Stones
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Dr. Shteynshlyuger MD is a board-certified urologist in NYC who specializes in treating kidney stones and urinary problems in men and women. He has performed hundreds of urethral, bladder, and kidney surgeries, including cystoscopy, kidney stone removal with lithotripsy and laser, PCNL, and many other procedures.
New York Urology Specialists are focused on keeping you stone-free. The following advice from our experienced urologist, Dr. Alex Shteynshlyuger, will help you achieve life without kidney stones. Managing diet, fluid intake, medication use, and nutrient intake can help prevent the formation and recurrence of kidney stones.
“In general more fluid is better than less fluid. “
Stay Hydrated
- Staying hydrated via sufficient fluid intake is key. Drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water or lemonade a day. The amount of fluid you drink needs to increase in hot weather, for people spending significant time outdoors in the summer or those who perspire a lot.
- For men and women who have a history of kidney stones, at least 3 liters (close to a gallon) of fluid intake a day is recommended. The goal is to produce at least 2 liters (> 1/2 gallons) of urine a day to keep urine dilute and to prevent stone formation.
- There is no significant medical reason to avoid various drinks in terms of kidney stones. In general, more fluid is better than less fluid. There are reasons to avoid sugary drinks and colas, such as fruit drinks, because they add calories and can contribute to obesity, diabetes, and other medical problems that increase risk for kidney stones.
- For most kidney stones, urine should be less acidic. Lemonade and orange juice are good sources of citrate.
Treat Kidney Stones without Delay
If you have kidney stones, it makes sense to treat them early and not delay care.
Smaller stones can be treated more easily using lithotripsy (ESWL) or a holmium laser. Early treatment can also prevent other stones from forming, as stones promote the formation of more stones.
Ideally, you should be stone-free to prevent formation of more stones.
Medical Management is Important
Many people have predisposing factors for kidney stones. It is important to identify and treat these. Typically, a 24-hour urine collection along with metabolic evaluation is recommended for men and women who have a history of two or more episodes of kidney stones and for all children with kidney stones.
Controlling Weight
Obese persons are more likely to get kidney stones. A healthy weight is maintained through diet and exercise. Losing weight with laxatives or extreme dieting can increase the risk of kidney stones. Patients who had gastric bypass surgery are at higher risk for kidney stones.
Eating Right for Your Stone Type
In general, we do not advise outright diet changes, as most men and women with kidney stones do not have dietary risk factors that can be easily modified. The most important dietary advice is high fluid intake.
Decreasing the amount of salt in the diet is also easy to accomplish and should probably be recommended to everyone in the US. Weight loss for those who are overweight benefits your health in many ways, including lowering your chances of kidney stone recurrence.
In terms of specific dietary changes, we prefer to address these on a case-by-case basis, as drastic dietary changes are difficult to implement. Recommending these changes to everyone does not make sense in particular if many do not have risk factors that are diet caused and will not benefit from diet modification. In general, a healthy diet is recommended for heart disease.
We recommend a specific kidney stone diet after a full evaluation to those men and women who would benefit from it. Preventing recurrence is largely specific to the type of stone. For prevention of calcium oxalate, cystine, and uric acid stones, urine should be alkalinized by eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables, taking supplemental or prescription citrate. Also, weight loss in obese patients can prevent kidney stones.
Conclusion
Kidney stones present an important and challenging clinical problem. Medical therapy for kidney stones, when used judiciously in conjunction with dietary measures, can help in preventing recurrence and in expulsion of small-sized (<10 mm) stones. Awareness of the advantages and limitations of different modalities of medical therapy is necessary in order to provide the correct treatment to patients presenting with this common complaint.
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-4421.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients. Find out our office hours or directions to our office.
We offer affordable appointment prices with or without insurance. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.
Did you know? Dr. Shteynshlyuger has performed over 1,000 kidney and bladder surgeries, including ureteroscopy, cystoscopy, ESWL lithotripsy, and PCNL. He performs 150-200 surgeries a year.
Where to Get Kidney Stone Removal in NYC?
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer same-day treatment of kidney stones for men and women. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.
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We perform kidney stone lithotripsy, ureteroscopy with laser, PCNL, ureteral stent insertion, and stent removal. We offer treatment for kidney stones, ureteral stones, bladder stones, urinary retention, frequent urination, painful urination, frequent UTIs, and pelvic pain. We offer confidential appointments.
Our appointment costs are affordable with or without insurance. We offer free insurance verification.
We perform cystoscopy and a kidney ultrasound in our office. We offer ureteral stent removal in our office. We treat urinary problems. We offer confidential appointments.
Read Real Stories of Men and Women who Underwent Treatment for Kidney Stones at New York Urology Specialists.
Read RealStories: Kidney stones in a 33-year-old woman.
Read RealStories: Left staghorn stone with hydronephrosis in a 62-year-old man.
Read RealStories: Right ureteral stone with severe pain in a 32-year-old woman.
Read RealStories: Bilateral kidney stones in a 53-year-old man.
Cost of Kidney Stone Removal without Insurance
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment. Our prices are low for patients without insurance and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs.
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer flat-fee, ‘all-costs-included’ procedures such as cystoscopy, ureteral stent insertion and removal, ureteroscopy, laser lithotripsy, shockwave therapy (lithotripsy), bladder biopsy, urodynamic studies, kidney ultrasound, PCNL, and many more. The procedures are performed in our office under local anesthesia or at an affiliated surgical center. Men and women from other states can save thousands of dollars over local hospital fees by coming to New York Urology Specialists for treatment. Please contact us for current prices and discounts for patients without insurance or with high insurance deductibles.
Cost of Stone Treatment and Insurance
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment for men and women. Our prices are low for patients without insurance and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs.
We accept many health insurance plans. We would be happy to verify your eligibility and benefits and provide you with detailed information on your health plan’s coverage. Financing options and credit options are available to help you pay for medical care.
Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Treatment of Kidney Stones?
- All treatment is performed by a board-certified urologist experienced in treating men and women with pain caused by kidney stones and ureteral stones.
- We are one of the few practices in the region to offer a full range of options for the treatment of kidney stones, ureteral stones, and bladder stones.
- We offer treatment options for kidney stone removal in a surgical center. We remove ureteral stents in our office. Office procedures avoid the risks, costs, and recovery from general anesthesia.
- We offer diagnostic testing in our office, which avoids hospital costs.
- Extensive experience: Thousands of men and women have been treated successfully for ureteral stones and kidney stones, UVJ and UPJ stones, including large staghorn calculi.
- Confidential and Understanding Care. We understand that most of our patients desire privacy. We see patients with a variety of urological problems. Your reason for visiting us is entirely confidential.
- We are conveniently located within a 30-60 minute commute to men and women who are seeking treatment for kidney stones, bladder stones, bladder control problems, and enlarged prostate treatment in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, Bronx, and New Jersey.
What do Kidney Stones Look Like?
You can find pictures of kidney stones as well as before and after treatment images in our image gallery.
Scheduling Appointments for Kidney Stone Treatment at New York Urology Specialists
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-4421.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients. Find out our office hours or directions to our office.
We offer affordable appointment prices with or without insurance. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.
Dr. Shteynshlyuger MD is a board-certified urologist in NYC who specializes in treating kidney stones and urinary problems in men and women. He has performed hundreds of urethral, bladder, and kidney surgeries, including cystoscopy, kidney stone removal with lithotripsy and laser, PCNL, and many other procedures.
Kidney Stone Treatment for Men and Women With Fast Recovery at New York Urology Specialists
At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in evaluating and treating kidney pain caused by kidney stones and stones in the ureter. We understand the challenges that urinary and sexual problems create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem. We help you find a treatment for kidney stones that fits your needs, lifestyle, and preferences.
Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men and women with kidney stones. By virtue of our experience and skill, we can offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man and woman who desires an effective treatment for any problem that affects the urinary tract. We offer medical and surgical treatment for kidney stones and urinary problems.
We Treat Some of the Most Complex Urinary and Kidney Problems, Including:
- UVJ stones
- UPJ stones
- Kidney and Ureteral stones
- Frequent urination
- Urinary retention
- Chronic Prostatitis
- Pelvic Pain
- Bladder Pain
- Frequent Urination
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Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Shteynshlyuger:If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-4421.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients. Find out our office hours or directions to our office.
We offer affordable appointment prices with or without insurance. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.