The meaning of bilateral kidney stones

Bilateral kidney stones mean that stones are present in both kidneys of the patient. Small kidney stones may not cause noticeable symptoms, but larger stones can lead to symptoms such as flank pain, urgency of urination, and frequent urination. Treatment options for bilateral kidney stones mainly include medication, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, and surgical intervention. During treatment, patients are also advised to adjust their lifestyle habits, such as drinking more water, maintaining moderate physical activity, and avoiding high-calcium and high-oxalate foods. The specific diagnostic and treatment plan should be determined based on the patient's symptoms and the characteristics of the stones.