Whewellite (CaOx monohydrate; COM) is compact and of brown or black color. Its formation is favored by high urinary oxalate concentrations. However, high concentrations of calcium and magnesium result in weddellite (CaOx dihydrate; COD) stone formation.
Is Whewellite a mineral?
Whewellite /ˈhjuːəlaɪt/ is a mineral, hydrated calcium oxalate, formula Ca C2O4·H2O. ... For this reason, it may be classed as a true mineral.
What are the symptoms of high oxalates?
Oxalate dumping is believed to occur when you eliminate oxalate-rich foods from your diet very quickly, resulting in symptoms like cramps, dizziness, pain, and fatigue.
