Patient's question:
A few days ago, I experienced nausea, dry heaving, abdominal pain, and reduced urination, which was quite strange. After enduring it for several days, I couldn't take it anymore and decided to see a doctor. The doctor said my friend has hydronephrosis and is now taking medication. I asked the doctor what my friend should pay attention to to help with recovery. What are the precautions for hydronephrosis?Doctor's answer:
Hydronephrosis can be seen in various different diseases, such as ureteral stenosis or compression issues, intestinal obstruction caused by ureteral stones, and so on. It is necessary to combine the degree of hydronephrosis and confirm the cause to determine the treatment plan. If the hydronephrosis is severe, it may lead to changes in kidney function. It is recommended to send over the results of kidney function tests, routine urinalysis, and color Doppler ultrasound of the kidneys, bladder, and ureters for review to first confirm the diagnosis.