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The short answer: research from the University of the West Indies confirms kidney stones are notably common in Trinidad and Tobago. Hot weather, not drinking enough fluid and diet all contribute — and most stones can be treated, with prevention plans that reduce the chance of another one.
Kidney stones form when minerals in the urine become concentrated and crystallise. In a hot climate, sweating means you lose more fluid, and if you do not replace it your urine becomes more concentrated — one reason stones are seen so often in the region.
A first stone often announces itself with sudden, severe pain in the back or side, sometimes with nausea or blood in the urine. Some stones pass on their own; others need treatment. The right approach depends on the stone's size and position.
If you have had one stone, you have a meaningful chance of another — but recurrence is not inevitable. A prevention plan, built around fluid intake, diet and any underlying conditions, is a normal part of stone care.
Seek urgent care for severe pain with fever or vomiting. For assessment, treatment options or a prevention plan after a stone, you can request an appointment with the clinic.