Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine Treatment for Kidney Disease and Uremia
·Concept of Kidney Disease and Uremia·
Kidney disease and uremia appear in acute and chronic glomerulonephritis, acute and chronic severe pyelonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, benign prostatic hyperplasia, malignant hypertension, diabetes, toxic pneumonia, heart failure, etc. Multiple causes lead to hematuria, proteinuria, casts, edema, congestion, severe anemia, renal parenchymal damage, oliguria or anuria, metabolic disorders, resulting in uremia, and systemic toxic symptoms due to toxin accumulation, with poor prognosis.
·Etiology and Clinical Manifestations of Kidney Disease and Uremia·
Kidney disease primarily presents with swelling in the face, eyelids, limbs, abdomen, back, or even throughout the body. Severe cases may involve pleural and ascitic fluid. In addition to the above symptoms, uremic patients may experience headache, restlessness, palpitations, shortness of breath, dyspnea preventing lying down, cold intolerance, fatigue, grayish or dirty complexion, markedly reduced urine output or anuria, ammonia odor in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, etc.
·Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbal Treatment for Kidney Disease and Uremia·
The superiority of TCM and herbal medicine in treating kidney disease and uremia lies in "tonifying the kidneys, benefiting qi, strengthening the spleen, removing dampness, nourishing blood, activating circulation, clearing heat, and detoxifying." This approach, developed through years of clinical practice, targets different degrees and stages of kidney disease, resulting in a series of formulas collectively known as "Yi Shen Jiang Zhuo Capsules." This medication effectively repairs kidney damage, improves renal ischemia, regulates immune function, protects residual renal function, delays progression of renal failure, and achieves effects such as eliminating urinary protein and red/white blood cells, reducing serum creatinine and urea nitrogen, increasing hemoglobin levels, and mitigating adverse effects of steroids. It shows significant efficacy in various acute and chronic glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, lupus nephropathy, allergic purpura nephropathy, small vessel vasculitis nephropathy, diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive nephropathy, and early to moderate-stage uremia.
·Prevention and Management of Kidney Disease and Uremia·
1. Strengthen physical exercise to enhance resistance to illness, eliminate sources of systemic infections, and avoid various triggering factors.
2. Prevention of uremia primarily involves active prevention and treatment of underlying diseases causing uremia, such as chronic glomerulonephritis, dehydration, hemorrhage, and shock.
3. Ensure adequate rest and sleep, avoid exposure to wind-cold and epidemic influenza.
4. Strictly control salt intake and observe dietary restrictions.
5. Maintain emotional well-being, avoid worry, anxiety, and fright.
6. Persist with treatment and undergo regular follow-up examinations.