Bladder and Kidney

The word “Calculus” itself comes from Greek “chalix” which means Lime. In Arabic it is called “Hasaatul kulia”; and in Urdu, it is called “Pathry”. These stones can form anywhere in the urinary/renal system (Ureter, Urethra, Bladder, and Kidneys) over time due to accumulation of dissolved chemicals that are generally minerals such as salts and calcium oxalates. In some cases they are made of uric acid, and etc. They may start out as small grains but often they stick together to form pebble like stones as large as a few centimeters. These stones generally form in the organs and may remain undetected without any symptoms but once they are on the move and they start to travel through the urinary system, they can cause sudden and excruciating pain. Calculus has been known to recur.

Severe pain in the groin, sides, back, etc., vomiting and nausea, blood or discharge in urine, weak or uneven flow, inability to empty the bladder completely, pain/burning sensation during urination, constant urge to urinate, tingling sensation in the groin, fever, and etc.

Kidney stones often have no definite, single cause, although several factors may increase your risk. These include lack of water in the body (especially if one is not drinking enough) which may contribute to an acidic environment which is generally conducive to stone formation. Medical conditions and diseases such as urinary tract infections and other renal disorders; and non Unani drug side effects and supplementation (calcium/vitamins/etc) may increase the risk of stone formation.

My (Hakeem Syed Muhammad Rehan Alam’s) family has been successfully treating all kinds of Calculus disorders for more than 88 years. It is one of our family’s signature treatments and our expertise in this field is well known. We have a proprietary way of approaching diagnosis and treatment. Patient history, pulse analysis, and Qaroora (urine inspection) help the Tabib narrow down the root cause (such as trauma, infection, heredity, and relevant humor imbalances). Whenever necessary, we do make use of modern lab tests in arriving at and confirming diagnosis and in monitoring of treatment progress. Our treatment plan is very simple. Patient is immediately put on a strict dietary plan coupled with Unani drug regimen (that may take anywhere from 1-6 weeks) consisting of various processed and unprocessed herbs etc.

Herbal treatment of Calculus is quick, inexpensive, and with minimal or no side effects. We generally advise the patients against aggressive intervention involving surgical and shockwave treatments. These and other non Unani drugs may negatively expose specially the Nephrons of the kidneys. We strongly suggest that patients follow a strict dietary plan involving abstinence from pulses/lentils, and vegetables. A simple diet of mutton soup is highly recommended.