Patient's question:
I have been suffering from nephrotic syndrome for several years. I often feel the symptoms of frequent urination, urgency, and incomplete urination. Especially when I take a nap in the afternoon, the urge to use the restroom becomes particularly strong. Recently, I caught a cold, and I'm feeling dizzy and weak. What should I do when I have nephrotic syndrome and catch a cold?Doctor's answer:
Hello, patients with nephrotic syndrome also need timely treatment after catching a cold. If the cold can worsen the condition, it must be paid attention to. Since patients with nephrotic syndrome need to take oral corticosteroids for treatment, it is easy to trigger symptoms of immune decline. Generally, medication should be administered based on the patient's constitution. Symptomatic treatment can be achieved by taking cold medicine orally that has no impact on the kidneys.