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Dr. Nabeel Hamoui, MD
Kidney & Bladder

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form within the kidneys and can cause severe pain as they move through the urinary tract. Dr. Hamoui offers the full spectrum of medical and surgical treatments for all stone types and sizes.

Symptoms

  • Sudden, severe flank or lower back pain
  • Pain radiating to the groin or abdomen
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Blood in urine
  • Frequent or painful urination

Causes & Risk Factors

  • Inadequate fluid intake
  • High-sodium or high-protein diet
  • Family history of kidney stones
  • Obesity, metabolic syndrome, or hyperparathyroidism

Treatment Options We Offer

  • Medical expulsive therapy (small stones)
  • Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL)
  • Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Metabolic evaluation and dietary counseling
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