Wiggling magnetic micro-robot goes after kidney stones

Recurring kidney stones can be an agonizing, debilitating problem, particularly if they can't be treated by orally-administered medication. There may be new hope on the horizon, however, in the form of a tiny magnetically-steerable stone-dissolving …

Surgical Interventions Compared for Children, Teens With Kidney Stones

New nephrology practice offers expanded kidney care in Whatcom County

By Julia Hawkins A new nephrology office is ramping up kidney care services in Bellingham. Dr. Jimmy Thomas opened Washington Kidney Care at 200-410 Birchwood Avenue last November. Thomas has brought on Dr. Cyril Kuriakose and plans to add other providers …

Op-ed: Get in the know about kidney disease

By Dr. Jimmy Thomas As students head back to school for a new year, it’s also a good time for adults to ‘go back’ to their health basics with an annual checkup. Just as kids need vaccinations and physicals to stay healthy, adults need screenings, including …

When should people to go to emergency room for kidney stones?

It may be advisable for a person to go to the emergency room (ER) if they experience the following kidney stone symptoms: People may also consider going to the ER for kidney stone pain if they are pregnant, or are older than 60 years. Additionally, a …

Why are kidney stones increasing in children and teens?

One in 10 Americans will develop a kidney stone in their lifetime, but physicians report a steady increase in cases among young people, particularly teenage girls. Related: Doctors Give Tips To Avoid Kidney Stones During Summer Season For Oklahoma high …

Kidney stones in pregnancy

Pregnancy brings its fair share of surprises — some delightful, others not so much. Just when you’re adjusting to swollen feet, midnight cravings, and plotting the shortest path to the nearest bathroom, a sharp pain hits your side. It’s not labor. It’s not …

Soft robots go right to the site of kidney stones

Waterloo researchers develop new minimally invasive treatment to rapidly ease kidney stone pain with targeted drug delivery. An international research team led by the University of Waterloo is developing technology to dissolve painful kidney stones in the …

Rise In Kidney Stones Among Kids and Teens

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Kidney stones are common in the United States. One in 10 people will develop one at some point in their life. Once rare in children, doctors say cases are becoming much more frequent. Avery Kiehl is a busy high …

Summer heat and kidney stones connected. Why hydration is your best friend

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Did you know the summer heat is one of the top contributors for kidney stones? Or, more accurately, the risk of dehydration in the heat. As per Dr. Cristopher Tam of Urology Nevada, summer is the “season” of kidney stones. The chance …