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Kidney Calculi
Stay Hydrated This Summer to Prevent Painful Kidney Stones
June 18th, 2007
We’ve all heard that it is important to drink a lot of water, especially in the summer, to replenish the fluids lost due to heat and outdoor activities. If you haven’t followed that advice in the past, here’s a reason to pay attention this summer: Staying hydrated can help you prevent what many people describe as the worst pain of their lives. That pain is caused by kidney stones, which are becoming more common in general and also are more common during the summer months. Not drinking enough fluids can lead to the development of kidney stones, and the types of exercise that are typical during the summer tend to shake loose kidney stones, causing patients to develop...
Source: Health & Medicine Week (2007-06-18)
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