Patient's question:
My grandfather has a history of diabetes for over ten years. The recent test results showed that one kidney of my grandfather has moderate damage while the other has severe damage. After being admitted for treatment, it was found that the protein index in his urine is too high.Doctor's answer:
Hello, high levels of protein in the urine suggest the possibility of diabetic nephropathy. It is recommended to visit a hospital for further confirmation and treatment.Early stages of nephropathy: To control the condition without affecting kidney function, active insulin therapy should be initiated.
Second measure: Blood pressure control is crucial, as hypertension is another significant factor that can worsen diabetic nephropathy. Patients should follow a low-sodium diet, take antihypertensive medications, and quit smoking.
Severe nephropathy:
1. First, protein intake should be restricted appropriately at the right time.
2. Second, avoid urinary tract infections, as recurrent infections may accelerate the progression of diabetic nephropathy.
3. Third, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment is highly experienced in treating kidney diseases. TCM can provide personalized and syndrome-based treatments, which hold great significance for diabetic nephropathy.
Finally, if the condition progresses to uremia, peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis are necessary to remove waste products from the blood. Kidney transplantation is the only way to restore kidney function.
Wishing you good health!