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'm wondering if Chinese medicine is effective for treating hydronephrosis.Doctor's answer:
The use of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for hydronephrosis is effective, but it should only be used as a complementary treatment. TCM herbs help to nourish the body, but they are not as direct as Western medicine. Currently, the patient has experienced kidney damage again, and the absorption effect of taking TCM herbs may be relatively poor. However, it can still be tried. It is recommended that the patient maintain a positive mindset and use TCM as a complementary treatment, but not as the primary treatment method.