Dr Azhari on Mediacorp TV Show Sembang Sihat Season 3, Ep 7: Kidney Stones

In this segment, Dr Azhari explores the painful reality of kidney stones, explaining how they develop when minerals in concentrated urine crystallise into solid masses. He provides a visual demonstration of how these stones can obstruct urine flow, leading to intense pain and potential long-term damage to kidney function. The discussion identifies key risk factors that viewers should be mindful of, including chronic dehydration, high salt intake, and diets heavy in red meat, seafood, or oxalate-rich foods like nuts.

The episode also features an engaging quiz where Dr Azhari clarifies key health facts: he explains why diabetes remains a leading cause of kidney disease and why certain painkillers, such as ibuprofen, can be more harmful to renal health than paracetamol.

He also corrects common misconceptions about kidney donation and the chemical makeup of stones. For those already facing this condition, he outlines modern treatment paths such as shockwave therapy, endoscopic laser removal, and specialised surgery for more complex cases.

Conducted in Malay with English subtitles, this episode serves as a comprehensive guide to proactive renal care. Dr Azhari concludes by emphasising a “prevention-first” lifestyle, advocating a daily intake of 2.5 litres of water, a balanced diet low in purines, and avoiding smoking to maintain peak kidney health.

Link to video: https://www.mewatch.sg/watch/Sembang-Sihat-S3-E7-517808