Patient's question:
83-year-old female, onset of symptoms six months ago, began experiencing difficulties with urination and defecation, accompanied by severe pain. She felt the urge to use the restroom but was unable to. She went to the hospital for an ultrasound examination, which showed no abnormalities. Urine and blood tests were conducted, and she received intravenous fluids for a week, but there was no improvement. Later, she switched to traditional Chinese medicine for, which had some effect but was not significant.Doctor's answer:
Your condition may be a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infection is a general term for diseases such as pyelonephritis, cystitis, and urethritis caused by bacteria. It falls under the category of "" and "" in traditional Chinese medicine. The main clinical features are usually lower back pain, frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. It is recommended to use Ba Zheng San (Eight Treasure Powder) with modifications for treatment, which can be effective. The occurrence of gynecological diseases not only affects women's physical health but can also lead to the development of gynecological conditions. Therefore, it is best to have a routine check-up in the gynecology department of a hospital to identify the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. Pay attention to dietary adjustments, consuming light and easily digestible foods, and avoid spicy, stimulating, and cold foods.