ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A patient with nephrolithiasis is suffering from:
A
stones
B
an infection
C
cancer
D
renal failure
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Nephrolithiasis is the term employed for kidney stones, also known as renal calculi, and they are crystal concretions formed typically in the kidney. Calculi typically form in the kidneys and ideally leave the body via the urethra without pain. Larger stones are painful and may need surgical intervention.

Detailed explanation-2: -Kidney stones (also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Diet, excess body weight, some medical conditions, and certain supplements and medications are among the many causes of kidney stones.

Detailed explanation-3: -The medical term for kidney stones is nephrolithiasis, and if they cause severe pain it’s known as renal colic.

Detailed explanation-4: -A ureteral stone associated with obstruction and upper UTI is a true urologic emergency. Complications include perinephric abscess, urosepsis, and death.

Detailed explanation-5: -Pain may be felt in the belly area or side of the back. Pain may move to the groin area (groin pain), testicles (testicle pain) in men, and labia (vaginal pain) in women.

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