What Causes Kidney Stones?
4. Cystine Stones
Cysteine stones are fairly rare as they are only found in people who have cystinuria, which is a rare type of genetic disorder. It is an inherited disease and the patient must inherit the corresponding gene from both parents in order for them to have the condition.
Cystinuria will cause a range of symptoms, including pain in the patient’s abdomen, pelvis, and in their sides. It can also cause nausea and vomiting, and blood in the urine. The condition causes a type of urine known as cysteine to leak out into the urine, and this can cause the formation of kidney stones made from the substance.
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