Bladder Stones

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Also known as:  Bladder Calculi

 

Description

Bladder Stones are Stones that occur in the Bladder.  They are usually composed of Uric Acid, Ammonium Acid Urate, Calcium Oxalate or a mixture of Ammonium Acid Urate and Calcium Oxalate and Calcium Phosphate.

 

Prevalence

 In much of the world, Bladder Stones have become uncommon - Kidney Stones are the more common form of Urinary Tract stones.

 

These Substances may Alleviate/Prevent Bladder Stones

Vitamins

 Vitamin C may help to prevent Bladder Stones and may dissolve existing Bladder Stones.  [1]

 

These Foods/Herbs may Alleviate/Prevent Bladder Stones

Seeds

 Pumpkin Seeds may help to prevent Bladder Stones.  [2]

 

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