Can children get kidney stones?

Yes, children can get them. We go to a well-known hospital here and our pediatrician mentioned that kids eating too much junk food and low water intake are major causes now. It is best to consult a pediatric urologist who can do a quick scan and guide you clearly on the treatment.

Hey, take a deep breath, don't worry too much. While it is rare, children can occasionally develop kidney stones due to metabolic issues or not drinking enough water in summers. Just ensure they stay hydrated with water and fresh juices, and if they complain of severe side pain, take them to their pediatrician.

In our times, children rarely got such issues because of simple home food and playing outside in the sun. But don't worry, even if a child has a stone, modern medicine has very simple, non-painful ways to treat them. Just feed them fresh home-cooked meals and plenty of water.

Yes, they can, especially nowadays with so many salty chips and cold drinks that kids consume. The most practical solution is to cut down on packaged food, make sure they carry a full water bottle to school, and finish it daily. Regular hydration is the easiest way to prevent this.

It is so painful to see a small child in discomfort. When my neighbor's kid had a small stone, they gave him barley water (jowar pani) and coconut water daily, which helped flush it out naturally. But please, always keep the doctor informed and do an ultrasound to know the exact size of the stone first.