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Kidney stones, though originating in the kidneys, can move anywhere in the urinary tract. A kidney stone obstructing the urinary tract causes immense pain and discomfort to the person. It is not an untreatable condition, it is very much possible to get rid of the kidney stones. There are ways to dissolve kidney stones so that you can be free of the dreadful episodes of sudden pain.
Home remedies and medicines, both options are available for a patient to dissolve kidney stones. Let’s first get to know about the home remedies that proactively help in dissolving kidney stones.
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Home remedies to dissolve kidney stones
- Citric Acid- Citric acid is found in citrus fruits in high amounts. Lemon, kiwi, grapefruit, orange are rich in citric acid that helps in dissolving kidney stones. Apart from this, citric acid prevents kidney stones from getting larger and the formation of new kidney stones.
Having lemon juice with honey mixed in warm water every morning is quite effective in dissolving kidney stones. You can also have 2-3 glasses of lemonade every day and it will help you in getting rid of the kidney stones.
- Apple cider vinegar– Acetic acid present in apple cider vinegar effectively dissolves kidney stones. The acetic acid flushes the dissolved kidney stones out of the body and relieves the kidney stone pain as well. (Also Read: Is Apple Cider Vinegar helpful for Dissolving Kidney Stones? )
- Pomegranate juice- Having 1 glass of pomegranate juice everyday helps in dissolving kidney stones. This juice also enhances the overall functioning of the kidneys. Also, regularly drinking pomegranate juice makes sure that the dissolved kidney stones pass out in the urine.
- Basil juice– Basil juice is a rich source of acetic acid which dissolves kidney stones. Juice of basil leaves has anti-inflammatory properties and also eases out the pain of kidney stones.
- Barley water– It is one of the oldest and most effective remedies for kidney stones. Having lukewarm barley water everyday helps in dissolving the kidney stones faster. (Also Read: How beneficial is barley water for kidney stones?)
- Banana stem– Banana stem is loaded with potassium, magnesium, and anti-inflammatory properties. All these attributes of banana stem contribute to flushing the kidney stones out of the body and soothe the pain.
So, these are the best home remedies that will provide you a relief by dissolving the troublesome kidney stones.
Medicines to dissolve kidney stones
Homeopathy medicines are very effective in curing the problem of kidney stones. These medicines directly act on the root cause of kidney stones. Hence, homeopathic medicines dissolve the kidney stones and soothe the pain effectively.
Hydrangea Arborescens
This homeopathic medicine is prescribed for breaking down kidney stones. Hydrangea Arborescens is also known as stone breaker medicine. People who face symptoms like passing out yellowish grainy substances in urine take this medicine. Other symptoms can include the presence of blood in urine and pinching pain in the kidney. Hydrangea Arborescens breaks down the kidney stones and lets them pass out of the body easily.
Pareira Brava
This homeopathic medicine dissolves the kidney stones and helps in subsiding the pain. Pareira Brava is one of the best medicines in the cases where the pain spreads to thighs and causes trouble in passing urine.
Cantharis Vesicatoria
This is among the best homeopathic medicines for the burning sensation in urinating that kidney stones cause. Cantharis Vesicatoria dissolves the kidney stones and relieves the discomfort and pain of kidney stones. Also, Cantharis is the most effective medicine to deal with symptoms such as mucusy substance in urine.
Sarsaparilla Officinalis
Homeopaths recommend Sarsaparilla Officinalis when you feel a burning sensation just before passing urine. Usually, the grain-like kidney stones in urine cause this burning sensation. Sarsaparilla Officinalis medicine works most effectively for right-sided kidney stones.
Lycopodium
Lycopodium Clavatum helps in dissolving the right-sided kidney stones. The person usually faces intense and sudden pain in the right kidney and it escalates while urinating. Lycopodium dissolves the kidney stones even if they are stuck anywhere in the urinary tract.
These are the best medicines for treating kidney stones. But, avoid using these medicines without consulting the doctor. Self-medication can cause you side-effects or allergies. So, just consult with your homeopathic doctor before starting any medication for kidney stones.
Ayurvedic Treatment For Kidney Stones
Treatment for kidney stones is available in Ayurveda. You can rely on ayurvedic medicines to dissolve. Ayurvedic medicines have natural ingredients that powerfully dissolve the kidney stones. Also, ayurvedic medicines for kidney stones are mostly diuretic in nature. Diuretics are the substances that cause large volumes of urine to pass out. So, as you pass out more urine, there are higher chances of passing out kidney stones along with the urine. There are no side-effects of ayurvedic medicines as all the ingredients are natural and have healing properties. So, you can reach out to an ayurvedic doctor and get the proper prescription as per your signs and symptoms of kidney stones.
Conclusion
Quite often, home remedies and medications prove to be effective in dissolving kidney stones. But, when all the remedies and medications fail to bring you permanent relief, consult with a kidney stone specialist doctor. In cases where medications do not bring the desired result, doctors recommend surgical treatment. The urologist performs lithotripsy to treat kidney stones. Lithotripsy breaks down the kidney stones with the help of shock waves. The kidney stones become so small that they easily pass out with urine without any complication. And, the procedure of lithotripsy is not harmful for the patient. The patient remains under the effect of anesthesia (general or local) during the treatment. Lithotripsy is the sure-shot way to get rid of kidney stones. This effective treatment of kidney stones is available at Pristyn Care. You can get in touch with us to know all about the treatment.
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