This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/what-are-uric-acid-kidney-stones-and-what-causes-a-urate-stone
In this episode, we take a closer look at uric acid kidney stones—what they are, what causes them, and how they differ from other types of stones. With insights from the Black Barbershop Health Initiative, learn about urate stone symptoms, risk factors, and steps you can take to prevent them and protect your kidney health.
Uric acid kidney stones, also known as urate stones, form when high levels of uric acid crystallize in the urinary tract—often influenced by diet, dehydration, or certain medical conditions. For prevention strategies and health insights tailored to Black men, visit Black-Mens-Health.com.
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