Patient's question:
The face and eyes are swollen. Onset time and cause; Due to adults being busy, the child eats some snacks and does not drink water. Previous treatment and effectiveness: Intravenous fluids and medication, unable to run, cannot eat greasy food. What kind of assistance is needed: Will this illness recur if it gets better? What helps the child? What foods are harmful to the child?Doctor's answer:
① Antibacterial drugs: such as erythromycin, cephalosporin, etc.② Traditional Chinese medicine treatment: Symptomatic treatment with TCM herbs. Recommendations for dietary care:
① Increase energy intake, but to prevent increased pressure on the kidneys from excessive urination of protein-rich foods, it is not advisable to consume too much. Energy intake is mainly achieved through carbohydrate and fat-rich foods.
② If unilateral hydronephrosis, there is no need to limit water intake. If bilateral hydronephrosis with kidney dysfunction, daily water intake should be limited.