India, Aug. 6 -- Kidney stones are becoming increasingly common, particularly among young adults, largely due to inadequate water intake, unhealthy dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, and rising rates of obesity.

In an interaction with HT Lifestyle, urologist Dr Kapil Jain shared that one of the biggest mistakes people make is ignoring the early warning signs, assuming the discomfort will resolve on its own.

"Recognising these symptoms early can help prevent complications and reduce the need for emergency treatment," he stated, while sharing the symptoms related to the condition that people should watch out for.

While the most well-known symptom of a kidney stone is severe pain, according to Dr Jain, the pain often starts subtly.

"M...