Mr. Hong, 54, experiencing persistent lower back pain, was diagnosed with ureteral stricture and multiple stones causing hydronephrosis in his left kidney.

Consuming excessive amounts of beer, soft drinks, beetroot, and organ meats can elevate the risk of mineral deposits forming in the kidneys, leading to kidney stones.

A 37-year-old man, who had previously suffered from kidney stones but did not seek complete treatment, was hospitalized with a ruptured kidney after experiencing back pain.

Leticia Paul, 22, died from severe anaphylaxis after being injected with contrast dye during a CT scan at a hospital.

Lemon juice is acidic. Can it be consumed daily to help prevent kidney stones? (Vuong Anh, 51, Lam Dong)