Q: Kidney stones are small bits of calcified minerals and salts that form in your kidneys. Some kidney stones stay in your kidney, and some detach and pass in your urine. While passing the stones can be painful, they usually don't cause lasting damage. You might pass small stones without realizing it. Or, you may have difficulty passing larger ones. You'll probably feel severe pain in your sides and back, below your ribs, near your groin and lower abdomen. Since kidney stones are moving, the pain can come in waves and vary in intensity. You may have some of these symptoms as well: Pain when urinating Pink, red or brown urine that's cloudy or smelly Nausea and vomiting Constant urge to urinate and urinating more frequently (although small amounts) Fever and chills (if you also have an infection) Struggling to find a comfortable position (i.e. sitting, then standing, then lying down) Men are more likely than women to develop kidney stones and non-Hispanic white people tend to develop kidney stones more frequently. Being overweight, obese, dehydrated, or eating a diet high in sugar, sodium, and protein can also increase your risk. You're more likely to develop kidney stones if you've already had them or someone in your family has had them. Your doctor will perform a physical and test your blood and urine. The doctor is checking for calcium, uric acid, or minerals which could could cause stones to form. You may also get imaging done (like x-rays, CT scans, or ultrasounds). This way, the doctor can visualize if there are kidney stones. Your doctor may want you to collect the kidney stone after you pass it. This way, the stone can be analyzed and the doctor can determine what's causing your kidney stones, especially if you frequently pass them. If you have small stones, you should be able to pass them at home by drinking plenty of water, taking over-the-counter pain medications, and possibly by taking prescription medication to help muscles in your urinary tract relax. If you have larger stones or stones that are damaging your urinary tract, a urologist may use shock waves to break up the stones or will surgically remove them. If over-the-counter medications are not enough, your doctor might prescribe you some other medication for the pain.
A: Recognize what kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) are. Watch for symptoms of kidney stones. Consider your risk factors. Get a medical diagnosis. Follow treatment recommendations.

Q: One of the easiest ways to protect yourself when in a chatroom is to refuse to meet people you've met there. This is important, as predators, stalkers, and others who want to do you harm may suggest meeting up somewhere at some point. In the end, simply say no to meeting in real life. Any meeting you schedule with someone you met online should be in a public location. This way, there will be others around in case something goes wrong. Meet in a place where security or police are nearby. Consider places like malls, coffee shops, or at large social gatherings. Don't go to a location you're not familiar with already. Notify a friend or family member that you'll be meeting someone you know from a chatroom. Tell them the location, and ask them to call you if they haven't heard from you in a certain amount of time. Bring friends with you for extra backup, if you'd like. If for some reason you suspect that someone you met online knows where you live, is following you, or stalking you, call the police immediately. While your local police may not be able to stop someone outside their jurisdiction from harassing you, they may be able to work with authorities elsewhere. Describe the person who is stalking you. Let the police know you may have met the person online. Explain to them that you feel threatened.
A: Avoid meeting people you've met online. Never meet in a private location, if you do plan to meet someone. Tell a friend if you'll be meeting someone from a chatroom. Call the police if you think someone you met online is stalking you.

Q: Inline devices attach to your phone's cable and record your calls without requiring placement on the actual phone. Plug your telephone line into the appropriate jack on your inline recorder, then plug the recorder's outgoing phone line into your wall jack as though it was a normal phone line. Find the recorder's audio output cable, and plug it into your audio recording device of choice. Some inline recorders come with a recording device integrated into the unit. If you'd prefer to save a step, buy one of these models. More basic models let you decide what type of audio recorder to use, which may make them more useful for some people. Do it just as the conversation begins, and don't forget to start recording if using a separate audio recorder. Some devices come with a "remote input" feature. These devices will begin to record automatically when there's a call, saving you the trouble.
A: Capture your conversation with an inline recording device. Hook up the device. Activate the inline device.

Q: Place these three ingredients in a heavy, medium saucepan. Set the saucepan over medium heat. Heat the sugar mixture on the stove, stirring continuously, until the sugar granules dissolve and the mixture reaches a boil. This will usually take about 10 minutes. If the mixture reaches a boil but sugar crystals are still present on the side of the pan, cover the pan and continue boiling the syrup for 1 to 2 minutes. During this time, the steam should help wash the crystals away. Alternatively, you can wash down the sides of the pan by scraping them with a wet pastry brush. Continue cooking the syrup mixture over medium heat until your candy thermometer reads the ideal temperature. For soft nougat, the temperature should reach the soft ball stage and read 238 degrees Fahrenheit (114 degrees Celsius). For hard, chewy nougat, the temperature should reach the soft crack stage and read 275 degrees Fahrenheit (135 degrees Celsius). This will usually take anywhere from 6 to 12 more minutes. When preparing soft nougat, you can actually cook the sugar syrup up to 245 degrees Fahrenheit (118 degrees Celsius). Similarly, you can allow the sugar syrup to reach 300 degrees Fahrenheit (149 degrees Celsius) when preparing hard nougat. If the temperature climbs above your ideal degree range, though, quickly stop the cooking process by sticking the bottom of the pan into your prepared bowl of ice.
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Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook and stir until the sugar dissolves. Allow the mixture to reach the correct stage.