Patient's question:
Doctor, I have recently been troubled by two types of diseases. I have developed hydronephrosis, and after a thorough examination at the hospital, the medication has not shown any improvement. I am particularly anxious. Someone suggested to me that since Western medicine is not working, I could try traditional Chinese medicine. So, doctor, can traditional Chinese medicine treat hydronephrosis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, hydronephrosis is generally caused by the accumulation of fluid in the kidney tissue due to underlying kidney diseases, such as kidney stones or nephritis. Traditional Chinese medicine is not very effective in treating hydronephrosis, and the results take a long time to show. It is best to rely on Western medicine treatment. In Western medicine, anti-inflammatory effects can alleviate and cure hydronephrosis, and treatment can also be tailored based on the primary disease. Alternatively, a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine can be used.