Color of ureteral stones

Ureteral stones vary in color, such as oxalate stones, uric acid stones, calcium-containing stones, etc.

1. Oxalate stones

Oxalate stones are usually caused by excessive intake of foods rich in oxalic acid, such as strong tea, spinach, tomatoes, etc. Due to the accumulation of oxalate, this type of stones is usually brown.

2. Uric acid stones

If patients eat high-purine foods for a long time, such as animal liver, anchovies, etc., uric acid stones are prone to occur. This type of stones is generally yellow.

3. Calcium stones

patients eat dairy products, fish, soy products and other foods for a long time. Calcium stones can occur due to the intake of calcium.