Patient's question:
Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I've also noticed some swelling in my body. I feel completely exhausted. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was kidney disease. I was wondering if kidney deficiency makes it difficult to get pregnant?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the main consideration is kidney yin deficiency, primarily due to congenital insufficiency or postnatal malnutrition. The patient commonly experiences symptoms such as soreness in the lower back and knees, insomnia with frequent dreams, facial flushing, low-grade afternoon fever, and excessive thirst. These symptoms are generally not strongly related to difficulty conceiving. As long as the semen analysis is normal, intercourse around the time of menopause can enhance the chances of conception. It is recommended to take herbal supplements that nourish kidney yin, consume more fruits and vegetables, and engage in moderate exercise to strengthen the body.