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How do you prevent kidney stones? Looking for advice

Posted by katesf @katesf, Jul 1, 2021

Kidney stones keep coming back and I am looking for some advice about nutrition to prevent kidney stones. Thank You!

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janh72 | @janh72 | Jun 14 8:13pm
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@janh72 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Here is a link to some information from the National Kidney Foundation, about kidney stones, and the types seen most frequently: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/kidney-stones As you can see, hydration is a crucial factor.

I take a diuretic daily, 120mg furosemide twice a day, due to my kidney condition and dialysis. And because of that, I take a potassium supplement. My lab tests show that even with the supplement, my potassium level is low normal. Natural sources of potassium include bananas, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes.

What diuretic did your doctor prescribe that had side effects you were uncomfortable with?
Ginger

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Chlorthalidone, 25mg. It is widely used to treat hypertension as well as kidney stones. I have no underlying health conditions. Side effects I have experienced include muscle spasms, dizziness, skin reaction to sunlight, and fatigue. These have affected my quality of life. Unless it is absolutely necessary--even with all the dietary and lifestyle changes--it's not worth it to me (a fall risk) to continue the drug. My naturopath provided an alternative that has no side effects.

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