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What are kidney stones?

Minerals inside the kidneys crystallise to produce kidney stones. They then get larger and transform into kidney stones. Urinary tract stones can travel from kidney stones. There, they may result in discomfort and blood in the urine (pee). Some stones can also stop the flow of urine.

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