Patient's question:
I have had kidney stones for almost a year and a half. Six months ago, I underwent extracorporeal shock wave therapy, and the X-ray showed that the stones inside were completely clear. However, just a few months later, I started experiencing significant urinary pain, the same symptoms as before. I think it might have recurred, which is really bothering me.Doctor's answer:
Hello, dietary adjustment is an important part of preventing recurrent kidney stones. For patients with calcium oxalate stones, it is recommended to reduce the intake of foods that are easily converted into oxalate, such as spinach, amaranth, lettuce, and mustard greens, while avoiding excessive intake of vitamin C. For the elderly, calcium supplements are generally not restricted, but supplementation should be done while eating. There is no reason to avoid eating spinach and tofu.