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. Could you please tell me what causes kidney atrophy and kidney stones?Doctor's answer:
Kidney stones are one of the common causes of kidney atrophy, so they pose significant harm to health. If diagnosed, it is crucial to receive timely and standardized treatment. I recommend that you visit the urology department for a follow-up, undergo imaging tests such as a renal pelvis (renal pelvis), and a CT scan of the kidneys. If my kidney atrophy leads to loss of kidney function, I suggest considering a kidney removal surgery, as long-term complications can include kidney infection, kidney abscess, and abnormal kidney function.