Patient's question:
Doctor, my child has been diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome in children by the hospital. He now needs to take a lot of medicine every day, and he cannot play with other children because his body is very weak. I feel very sorry for him, so I want to know what methods are available for treating nephrotic syndrome in children?Doctor's answer:
Nephrotic syndrome in children is primarily caused by changes in glomerular permeability due to infections, with the main symptoms being edema in the eyelids and facial area. In severe cases, it can lead to ascites, decreased appetite, fatigue, lethargy, and in some children, nausea and vomiting. The main treatment for nephrotic syndrome in children is hormone therapy and immunosuppressants. Diuretics are also required, and blood pressure must be well controlled.