Patient's question:
Initially, I had and was hospitalized for 16 days. There was some improvement.Doctor's answer:
Hello, nephrotic syndrome is one of the common diseases among chronic kidney diseases. Conventional Western medicine, particularly corticosteroid drugs, is still widely used in current treatments. However, corticosteroid therapy has drawbacks such as a high recurrence rate, certain side effects, and can also impact a child's growth and development.The recurrence of nephrotic syndrome generally stems from two main reasons:
1. Whether the treatment is appropriately targeted. For the treatment of chronic kidney diseases, it is essential to address the root cause by repairing the damaged basement membrane.
2. Regulating the overall immune system. Many experts agree that the causes of nephrotic syndrome are diverse, but immune system dysfunction is a common factor. Therefore, during treatment and daily life, it is important to strengthen the patient's constitution and accelerate their metabolism.
Recommendations:
1. Adhere strictly to the medication principles of corticosteroid drugs—do not arbitrarily increase, decrease, or stop the medication without following the doctor's instructions.
2. Prevent and promptly address medication side effects.
3. It is recommended that patients explore traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) or a combination of Chinese and Western medicine as the primary treatment approach.
4. In daily life, take strict precautions against colds, enhance the child's immunity, and maintain a healthy, light diet rich in high-quality protein (primarily animal protein).
5. Pay equal attention to both treatment and daily life.