Kidney stones, also known as renal lithiasis, are mineral deposits usually made of calcium, struvite, uric acid or cysteine. They are created in your kidneys. Symptoms of kidney stones in women include: -Severe back pain below the ribs. -Pain with urination. -Nausea and vomiting.-More frequent urination than typical. Anyone who has ever had kidney stones will tell you they can be extremely painful. You are unlikely to feel symptoms until the stone leaves the kidney, according to the Mayo Clinic. Treatment for kidney stones in women: Kidney stones are unlikely to leave lasting damage, but you could need for surgery if a large one gets lodged in your kidney. Other treatment options are the use of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), or sound waves, to break up the stones, or using a scope to remove them.