Bladder stones
Bladder Stones
Bladder stones (pronunciation: /ˈblædər stoʊnz/), also known as vesical calculi or cystoliths, are hard masses of minerals that form in the bladder when the minerals in concentrated urine crystallize. This can happen when the bladder doesn't empty completely.
Etymology
The term "bladder stone" is derived from the Old English word "blǣdre", which means "bladder", and the Old English word "stān", which means "stone". The term "vesical calculi" is derived from the Latin word "vesica", which means "bladder", and the Latin word "calculus", which means "small stone". The term "cystolith" is derived from the Greek words "kystis", which means "bladder", and "lithos", which means "stone".
Causes
Bladder stones are usually caused by an underlying condition that affects the bladder's ability to empty completely. This could be due to an enlarged prostate, bladder diverticula, or nerve damage. The concentrated urine left in the bladder can crystallize, forming bladder stones.
Symptoms
Symptoms of bladder stones may include lower abdominal pain, frequent urination, painful urination, blood in the urine, and urinary tract infections. However, some people with bladder stones do not experience any symptoms.
Treatment
Treatment for bladder stones usually involves methods to remove the stones. This could be through drinking lots of water to flush out the stones, medication to dissolve the stones, or surgery to remove the stones. Treatment also involves addressing the underlying condition that caused the bladder stones to prevent future stones from forming.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bladder stones
- Wikipedia's article - Bladder stones
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