Patient's question:
Recently, I've noticed that I always feel like I can't empty my bladder completely, and it's accompanied by slight pain. The hospital did a thorough examination and said I have hydronephrosis. How should hydronephrosis be treated?Doctor's answer:
This requires further careful examination to determine the cause of the hydronephrosis. If it reappears at the age of 40, it is likely due to acquired factors. Typically, when hydronephrosis reappears, it is not significantly related to external force trauma. However, the recurrence of kidney hydronephrosis is also different from other diseases, so it is necessary to identify the underlying cause. It is best to undergo a color Doppler ultrasound of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder for a thorough check. Additionally, a detailed urinalysis should be performed, and timely treatment should be implemented based on the condition. Posterior peritoneal inflammation can also cause hydronephrosis, and further examination is needed to determine the cause. Once these underlying causes are treated, the ureter will become unobstructed, and the hydronephrosis will improve.