How do you prevent bladder stones?

How do you prevent bladder stones?

Early diagnosis and treatment of an enlarged prostate or another urologic condition may reduce your risk of developing bladder stones. Drink plenty of fluids. Drinking more fluids, especially water, may help prevent bladder stones because fluids dilute the concentration of minerals in your bladder.

What is bladder sludge in guinea pigs?

It is actually quite common in rabbits and guinea pigs as they excrete all their excess calcium that is not required by the body through their urine. Sludge (calcium crystals) has a tooth paste consistency and is often difficult to remove completely with normal urination.

How do bladder stones dissolve?

Pharmacologic Stone Dissolution The only potentially effective medical treatment for bladder calculi is urinary alkalization for the dissolution of uric acid stones. Stone dissolution may be possible if the urinary pH can be raised to 6.5 or higher. Potassium citrate 60 mEq/day is the treatment of choice.