What Are Kidney Stones?
2. Calcium Stones
Calcium stones are also sometimes made from calcium oxalate, which is a substance that is absorbed from food, and also produced by the liver. They are also sometimes made from calcium phosphate, which is associated with using certain medication and some medical conditions. Patients that have a high urine pH are prone to developing these stones.
Calcium stones are the most common type of kidney stone. Oxalate is found in some fruits and vegetables, which means that even people with a healthy diet are prone to developing them. Oxalate is also found in some other foods, include chocolate and some nuts.
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