How Can I Ease The Pain Of Kidney Stones?

Have you increased your water intake (8 to 12 glasses a day)?

Do you eat lemon, or drink a lemon juice or lemon-flavored water?

Do you eat other citrus fruits like oranges, limes or grapefruits?

Do you drink basil, celery or pomegranate juices?

Do you eat apples, or drink a mixture of apple cider vinegar and water (2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 200 ml of distilled water)?

Do you avoid drinking carbonated drinks and eating salty foods?

Do you use over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen?

Do you know that you can drink a glass of wine to relieve pain?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you ease the pain of kidney stones. Kidney stones will cause pain when they start moving inside your kidney or urinary tract. Increased fluid intake will help you pass a kidney stone and relieve pain. Increase your water intake to 8 or more glasses of water a day. Pay attention to the color of your urine; the urine should be light yellow, while dark yellow urine is a sign of dehydration. Also add lemon to the water you drink. Lemon juice contains citrate which helps to fragment stones, allowing them to pass more easily.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to ease the pain of kidney stones. You should eat acidic food and drinks. Basil, celery and pomegranate juices effectively relieve kidney pain. They are also rich in antioxidants that help remove toxins from your kidneys. Apples have a strong anti-inflammatory effect that can also help relieve pain. You can take over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Your doctor may prescribe medications that relax the ureter, which will help the stone move more easily. Although alcohol should be avoided, a glass of red wine can relieve the pain caused by a kidney stone.