Patient's question:
Does pediatric nephrotic syndrome cause uremia? How should this disease be treated? Is Chinese medicine better? I saw a documentary online that changes patients' destinies, it's about Chinese medicine, and I want to try it.Doctor's answer:
For this situation, first, it is important to avoid and prevent triggers such as colds, infections, and fatigue in daily life for the patient. Second, under the guidance of a doctor, hormones should be gradually and regularly reduced—never too quickly or irregularly. Third, consider adding an immunosuppressant, such as cyclophosphamide or mycophenolate mofetil, to enhance the effect of hormones and reduce the risk of relapse during the reduction process. Fourth, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and herbal treatments can be considered. Common TCM preparations, such as Zhengqing Fengtong Ning Pian (Anti-Rheumatic Tablets) and Nianyi Kangfuxing Pian (Nephritis Recovery Tablets), have a good effect in eliminating protein in the urine. Combining these with herbal decoctions based on syndrome differentiation can yield even better results.