Robert Glatter is a New York-based physician covering public health. Kidney stones--often the size of a sand grain--are one of the most painful conditions that people may experience in their lifetime.

Kidney stones have been referred to as “the worst pain in the world,” (besides childbirth, of course) and are becoming more common, especially in women. Kirtly Jones, MD, talks about these painful ...

Diet and lifestyle changes for kidney stone prevention: There are many health conditions and diseases that are a result of making poor lifestyle choices. Kidney-related issues are among them.

The confusion between gallstones and kidney stones is common, yet understanding their distinctions is crucial for proper treatment. It begins with a sudden, sharp pain in your upper right abdomen ...