Kidney Stones Young Age. Kidney stones are small usually between the size of a kernel of corn and a grain of salt. They originate in your kidneys but can be found at any point in your urinary tract.
When you are in the 20s kidney stones are not really common. Women usually develop stones in their 50s. After age 25 kidney stones were more common in men the study authors said.
Chances of developing crystals resulting in kidney stone increases due to high urine saturation.
Certain foods and beverages may increase the chances of having a kidney stone in children who are more likely to develop them. White americans are more likely to develop kidney stones than african americans. Rarely stones may form in the bladder. Kidney stones or renal calculi are masses made of crystals.