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Kidney Stones in Children \u2013 Child Kidney Specialist in Dhaka<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If your child has severe side pain, blood in urine, painful urination, or repeated urine infections, kidney stones may be a possible cause. Early evaluation helps relieve symptoms and protect kidney health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Associate Professor Dr. Gulshan Nigar Chaudhury<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

MBBS (DMC), FCPS (Pediatrics)
Fellowship in Pediatric Nephrology (National University Hospital-NUH, Singapore)
Dialysis & Kidney Transplant Training (Montreal Children\u2019s Hospital, Canada)
Associate Professor, Pediatric Nephrology
Bangladesh Shishu (Children\u2019s) Hospital & Institute
Consulting at Continental Hospital PLC and Prescription Point<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Are Kidney Stones?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys or urinary tract. Although more common in adults, children can also develop kidney stones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stones can cause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Severe pain<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Urine infection<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Difficulty passing urine<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Early diagnosis helps prevent complications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Common Symptoms of Kidney Stones in Children<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>

Your child may have kidney stones if you notice:<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Frequent urge to urinate<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Nausea or vomiting<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Blood in urine (red, pink, or brown urine)<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Pain during urination<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Sudden severe pain in the side or lower back<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Pain spreading toward the lower abdomen or groin<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Repeated urine infections<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Younger children may only show irritability or abdominal pain. Persistent or severe symptoms should be evaluated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When Is It Urgent?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Seek medical care promptly if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Pain is severe and persistent<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Fever is present with urinary symptoms<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Your child is vomiting repeatedly<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Urine output decreases<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>There is heavy blood in the urine<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

These symptoms may indicate blockage or infection and require urgent attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Happens During Specialist Evaluation?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

During consultation, the doctor may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Review symptoms and pain history<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Examine the abdomen and back<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Review urine and blood test results<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Assess kidney function<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Further evaluation depends on clinical findings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tests Commonly Used for Evaluation<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tests may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Urine routine examination<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Urine microscopy<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Urine calcium testing<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Blood tests (kidney function, electrolytes)<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Kidney and bladder ultrasound<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Additional imaging may be advised if necessary. Not every child requires all tests.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Treatment of Kidney Stones in Children<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Treatment depends on the size and location of the stone and may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Increasing fluid intake<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Referral for procedural treatment if the stones are large.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Medication to help pass small stones<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Treating infection if present<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Many small stones pass naturally with proper medical guidance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Can Kidney Stones Damage the Kidney?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>


If stones cause blockage or repeated infection, they may affect kidney function.
Early diagnosis helps:<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Prevent obstruction<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Reduce infection risk<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Protect kidney health<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Lower recurrence risk<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How to Help Prevent Kidney Stones<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>

Preventive steps may include:<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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