More children around the U.S. are getting kidney stones, a condition now wrongly associated with “white, middle-aged men”, experts say.
The stones are pebble-like clusters of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys. They’re typically smaller or just larger than a peppercorn and can vary in color. Although the stones can cause sharp pain to the back, side, lower abdomen, or groin, small stones may not cause symptoms. While they rarely cause permanent damage if treated by a healthcare professional, they can raise a person’s risk of developing chronic kidney disease.
