What should I do if I have mild hydronephrosis of both kidneys

Even if there is mild hydronephrosis in both kidneys, effective treatment cannot be ignored, because timely treatment can prevent the condition from worsening. The cause should be eliminated and the obstruction should be relieved. Some antibacterial drugs and Chinese medicine should be used correctly to clear away heat and detoxify.

1. How to treat

1. Eliminate the cause and relieve the obstruction.

2. If the condition is too serious or the cause is complicated, percutaneous nephrostomy can be performed to drain the kidney.

3. In case of severe hydronephrosis or pyonephrosis and good function of the contralateral kidney, nephrectomy is performed.

4. For those who cannot undergo surgical resection, double “T” tubes or stents should be placed.

5. The purpose of medication is mainly to prevent and control infection before and after surgery. Whenever possible, use drugs that have no or little damage to renal function.

2. Hydronephrosis cannot generally be cured by drugs, but in order to prevent secondary infection, you must pay attention to the correct use of drugs.

① Antibacterial drugs: such as erythromycin, cephalosporin, etc.

② Treatment with traditional Chinese medicine: Antibacterial Chinese medicines that clear away heat and detoxify can be used, such as bupleurum, phellodendron, scutellaria, and plantain seeds.

3. Diet and health care

① Increase energy intake, but in order to avoid increasing the burden on the kidneys caused by hydrops, it is not advisable to eat too much protein-rich food. Energy intake mainly depends on carbohydrates and fat foods.

② If it is unilateral hydronephrosis, there is no need to limit the amount of water you drink. If it is bilateral hydronephrosis and there is renal dysfunction, you should limit your daily water intake.