Hydronephrosis is hydrocele of the kidneys. Traditional medicine treats this disease with the help of plants
Hydronephrosis- This is hydrocele of the kidneys. The cause of the disease may be congenital narrowing of the mouth of the bowl, kinking of the ureters, stones in the kidneys, urinary tract, atony of the urinary system, etc. Congenital or acquired obstructions to urine output can cause stretching of the renal cup, and then the cups. The renal parenchyma atrophies and stretches, and the kidney becomes like a bag filled with urine. Sometimes three to ten or more liters of urine are collected.
Symptoms of hydronephrosis
The initial form of hydronephrosis is often invisible to the patient. Over time, a feeling of heaviness appears in the lower back or hypochondrium, especially during walking or physical labor. Sometimes there are exacerbations renal colic with frequent urination, but little urine is released. There may be nausea and vomiting. After an attack of pain, a significant amount of urine is released, usually at night. During examination of the patient, diagnosis with fingers, a tumor is felt, which gives vibrations.
Sometimes there is an admixture of blood in the urine. During attacks, the temperature may rise. Learn that these are diseased kidneys. And immediately go to a specialist who will help cure kidney diseases. At the same time, carry out treatment with folk remedies based on medicinal herbs.
If you collected blue cornflower in the summer, it will help treat hydronephrosis. Infusion of blue cornflower. 1 tsp crushed petals of the blue cornflower flower, pour a glass of boiling water, leave for 1 hour, strain, drink 0.4 cups 4 times a day 15-20 minutes before meals.
Folk remedy from common heather. 1 tsp chopped heather branches with flowers, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water, leave for 1 hour. Drink 0.5 cups 4 times a day.
But it’s better to take care of your health and not get sick. Remember that kidneys are very delicate organs. And if your stomach is distended or depressed, you suffer from this left kidney, if the liver is sick and enlarged, there is stagnation of blood in it - the right kidney suffers.
How to treat hydronephrosis using folk remedies?
In folk medicine, hydronephrosis is treated with its own remedies, that is, medicinal herbs. For example, a pumpkin grows in the garden. Each pumpkin has a tail, or a fruit stalk, or, as they say, a handle. These petioles have a great analgesic effect (they even treat toothache).
Pumpkin stalks are widely used in traditional medicine to treat hydronephrosis. Grind the pumpkin stalks, pour in 0.5 liters of digested water room temperature, to put on water bath and simmer for 20 minutes. Then, wrapped warmly, leave for 1-2 hours. Drink the infusion warm, 0.5 cups 4 times a day. Or drink sips throughout the day. Hydronephrosis, as well as urolithiasis, can be treated not only with pumpkin tail, but also with pumpkin juice: drink 0.5 cups 3-4 times a day.
Treatment of hydronephrosis with bean leaves. 3-4 tbsp. crushed bean wings, pour 1 liter of boiled water at room temperature, heat in a water bath or over low heat for 2 hours. Drink 0.5 glasses 4-5, 7-8 times a day. This decoction treats hydronephrosis and is indicated for patients with diabetes.
Traditional medicine uses parsley to treat kidneys, dropsy of any origin: when water collects in the stomach, and when there is swelling in the legs (that is, cardiac edema) and when there is kidney swelling on the face, and even for the treatment of cirrhosis of the liver. Infusion of parsley root. 1 tbsp. crushed raw materials, pour 0.5 cup of boiling water in the evening, leave until morning. Drink 1 tbsp. 4 times a day 15-20 minutes before meals. If you don’t have parsley root, collect the seeds; you will need it in winter. Don't forget about caraway seeds too. Medicines are prepared from caraway seeds and parsley in the same way. Infusion of caraway seeds (parsley). 2 tsp Pour a glass of boiling water over the crushed seeds and leave for 1-2 hours. Drink 0.4 glasses 4 times a day.
The above folk remedies are very effective in the treatment of hydronephrosis. However, before using them, be sure to consult your doctor. What is the condition of your kidneys? Do I need to take additional medications to lower blood pressure? Are there any contraindications to the use of this or that folk remedy for hydronephrosis? Perhaps folk remedies can become effective additional treatment(against the background of the use of drugs) for hydronephrosis? Only your attending physician can answer all these questions.
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What is hydronephrosis?
Hydronephrosis- this is a pathology accompanied by expansion of the renal pyelocaliceal apparatus. With hydronephrosis, urine begins to accumulate in the structures of the kidney due to impaired outflow into the ureter. Gradually accumulating, it leads to atrophy of the renal tissue and the development of renal failure. Causes of hydronephrosis
In order to understand the symptoms of hydronephrosis, you need to know what the kidneys are. Basic knowledge of the structure of this organ will help to understand the cause of hydronephrosis and its consequences. Kidney structure
The kidney is a bean-shaped organ that performs the functions of urine formation. The structure of the kidney is divided into two parts - the renal parenchyma and the pyelocaliceal apparatus, which passes into the ureters.Kidney parenchyma
Parenchyma ( that is, the kidney tissue itself) has a heterogeneous structure and consists of the cortex and medulla. The cortex is dark in color and contains renal glomeruli. The main function of this part of the kidney is filtration and formation of primary urine. The medulla of the kidney has a lighter shade and consists of renal tubules. The function of the medulla is to form secondary ( final) urine and removal of metabolic products from the body.
Calyceal part of the kidney
This part of the kidney is responsible for storing and further excreting urine into the ureter. After the blood passed through the kidney tissue, the liquid part was filtered out and urine was formed. Urine collects in structures called calyxes. In the kidney there are from 6 to 10 small calyces and up to 4 large ones. The large calyces open into the pelvis, which in turn opens into the ureter. The pelvis is a funnel-shaped cavity in which urine accumulates. The pelvis and calyces consist of mucous and muscular membranes. Due to contractions of the muscle layer, urine passes from the pelvis to the ureter, and from there to the bladder. Thus, a continuous accumulation of urine occurs in the cups and pelvis, which subsequently flows into the ureters. If something obstructs the outflow of urine, it begins to accumulate in the pelvis. Most often, the flow of urine from the pelvis is obstructed by stones, tumors, or narrowing of the ureter.
If urine accumulates for a long time, it begins to compress the kidney tissue. Being under constant compression, the parenchyma ( textile) kidneys begin to atrophy ( stops functioning).
The causes of hydronephrosis are:
- tumors;
- abnormalities of the urinary system.
Urolithiasis disease
With urolithiasis, the formation and deposition of kidney stones is noted ( pelvis or calyces), ureters or bladder. Wherever these stones are formed, sooner or later they lead to disruption of the outflow of urine. The formation of stones in the pyelocaliceal system already in the early stages leads to the development of hydronephrosis. With their volume they close the lumen, thereby preventing the passage of urine into the ureter. Accumulating to a certain size, urine leads to stretching of the cups and pelvis. Next, it begins to compress the parenchyma itself, leading to its atrophy.Tumors
Impaired urine outflow can also be a consequence of compression of the kidney or ureter from the outside. This compression may be caused by a growing tumor, cyst, or enlarged lymph node. Compressing the ureter or kidney, extensive education interferes with the normal flow of urine in these structures.Abnormalities of the urinary system
Filtered urine is collected in the pelvis, from where it then enters the ureters. If urine encounters any obstacles on its way, then its further path is suspended. Such an obstacle may be a congenital anomaly of the ureter or pyelocaliceal system.Abnormalities of the ureter that can cause hydronephrosis include:
- Narrowing of the initial part of the ureter– with this anomaly, urine passes further, but not in its entire volume. Due to the narrowed ureter, some urine remains in the pelvis and begins to accumulate over time.
- Curvature of the ureter– also prevent the complete outflow of urine from the pelvis. Curvatures can be either acquired ( adhesions due to previous infections), and congenital.
- High ureteral outlet– similarly impedes the flow of urine through the ureter.
- Ureteral valve defect– this anomaly, as a rule, is detected in the first years of life, because it is accompanied by total urine retention in the pelvis. The valve is a flap of the mucous membrane that closes the lumen of the ureter.
The result of this is stagnation and accumulation of urine, first in the ureter and then in the kidney. At the same time, hydronephrosis can also be a consequence of hypertonicity ( voltage) ureter. This pathology ( which is also called dyskinesia) is expressed in frequent and irregular contractions of the ureter.
Hydronephrosis is often a consequence of vesicoureteral reflux. With this pathology, urine is thrown from the bladder into the ureter, and from there, as it accumulates, into the kidney.
Symptoms of hydronephrosis
The main symptom of hydronephrosis is a dull aching pain, the localization of which depends on the location of the pathological process. Sometimes the pain can take on the character of renal colic. Most often this happens if the cause of the pathology is urolithiasis. Also, the clinical picture of hydronephrosis is complemented by symptoms of the underlying disease. If to this disease When an infection occurs, symptoms of general intoxication appear in the clinical picture. Hydronephrosis on the right
With this type of hydronephrosis, expansion of the pyelocaliceal system occurs in the right kidney. Most often, this anomaly is asymptomatic for a long time. Patients may complain of dull, moderate pain on the right side. The pain syndrome may be accompanied by slight fever, nausea, and weakness. As a rule, hydronephrosis goes silent for a long time, and it can only be detected by laboratory tests.
Symptoms of hydronephrosis are:
- blood in urine– if the cause of hydronephrosis is kidney stones, then hematuria ( or blood in urine) is a common symptom;
- elevated temperature– noted when hydronephrosis is accompanied by pyelonephritis ( urinary tract infection);
- – a symptom that is noted already in the later stages of hydronephrosis;
- swelling– also appear in decompensated stages;
- decrease in daily diuresis ( or oliguria) - less than 500 milliliters in 24 hours, with a norm of 1.5 liters.
Hydronephrosis on the left
Hydronephrosis of the left kidney is characterized by dull, aching pain on the left. The pain can also take on the character of renal colic. The pain syndrome takes on an acute, burning, unbearable character. In this condition, the patient literally rushes about, cannot find a place for himself or hold out in one position for several seconds. A similar picture is typical for the migration of kidney stones ( when a kidney stone travels down the urethra) or with sharp compression of the ureter.Also, hydronephrosis on the left is accompanied by the development of edema, high blood pressure, and a decrease in daily diuresis ( urine volume). However, all these symptoms develop already at late stages hydronephrosis. In addition to dull, unexpressed pain, in the early stages of the disease there may be a symptom such as blood in the urine ( medical term– hematuria). It can be of two types - macroscopic and microscopic. In the first case, the presence of blood in the urine is visible to the naked eye. The patient himself notices that the urine has changed color and acquired a red tint. In the second case, the presence of blood elements in the urine is confirmed only by laboratory methods.
Hydronephrosis is often complicated by the addition of an infection and, as a consequence, a rise in body temperature ( manifestation of an infectious process). This is explained by the fact that with hydronephrosis there is a process of stagnation of urine. Due to impaired outflow from the pelvis, urine is retained in the kidneys. This becomes a breeding ground for bacteria to develop in it ( if there is no movement process, then the bacteria very quickly attach to the substrate, in in this case- to urine). The result of this is rapid infection of the urine and the spread of inflammation to the kidneys. Against the background of hydronephrosis, pyelonephritis also often develops, which is also accompanied by elevated body temperature and dull pain in the lower back.
Bilateral hydronephrosis
Bilateral hydronephrosis is usually a congenital pathology. But also ( albeit rarely) it can be provoked urolithiasis, compression of the kidney or ureter from the outside by a tumor or lymph node. Since the process affects both kidneys at once, it develops very quickly renal failure.Symptoms of kidney failure are:
- swelling;
- high blood pressure;
- presence of protein in urine ( proteinuria);
- retention of urea and other metabolic products in the body.
Arterial hypertension is also a persistent and difficult to treat symptom of hydronephrosis ( high blood pressure). It develops due to atrophy and insufficient blood supply to the kidneys. As is known, accumulating urine during hydronephrosis compresses the kidney tissue, which leads to its atrophy. This leads to activation of the renin-angiotensin system, which triggers a cascade of reactions, the end result of which is increased secretion of the hormone angiotensin II. In turn, angiotensin II constricts blood vessels and stimulates the secretion of aldosterone. Aldosterone retains water in the body, and water retention plus narrowed blood vessels means high blood pressure.
Together with urine, the kidneys excrete waste products of the body, including such toxic ones as urea and creatinine. These products are very toxic, and, quickly penetrating the brain, can cause encephalopathy ( brain disease). This condition is the final stage of hydronephrosis. A characteristic symptom The disease at this stage is a specific smell of urea from the patient.
Degrees ( stages) hydronephrosis
There are several stages in the development of hydronephrosis. The duration of these stages depends on the severity of the underlying disease and the presence concomitant diseases. The final or terminal stage of hydronephrosis, as a rule, coincides with renal failure. The stages of hydronephrosis include:
- initial stage of hydronephrosis;
- early stage of hydronephrosis;
- terminal stage of hydronephrosis.
Stage 1 hydronephrosis
At this stage, the pyelocaliceal apparatus of the kidney is enlarged, but this is not accompanied by an increase in the organ itself. Kidney function is preserved; the clinical picture can manifest itself with symptoms such as aching pain in the lumbar region. Sometimes hematuria may occur ( blood in urine). In the tests, protein may be slightly increased; with hematuria, red blood cells will also be present.Stage 2 hydronephrosis
At the second stage, simultaneously with the pelvis, the kidney itself enlarges. On average, it increases by 10 - 20 percent of its original volume. However, it is worth understanding that the enlargement of the kidney does not occur due to an increase in its tissue or function, but due to the stretching of the pelvis and the accumulation of urine in them. The kidney function itself is reduced by 30–40 percent. Protein begins to appear in the urine ( proteinuria), and toxic metabolic products – creatinine and urea – grow in the blood. At this stage, the first signs of renal failure begin to appear - blood pressure rises, and renal edema appears in the morning.Stage 3 hydronephrosis
Represents renal failure. At this stage, the kidneys almost double in size, while their function decreases by more than 60 to 70 percent. Kidney parenchyma ( her fabric) almost completely atrophies, and large cavities form in its place. The kidney takes on the appearance of a multi-chamber cavity, which, in turn, is filled with urine residues. Arterial hypertension becomes resistant ( doesn't lend itself well) to treatment, blood pressure is constantly elevated. Protein continues to be lost by the body, terminal stage proteinuria reaches 3 grams per liter of urine. Such a massive loss of protein provokes large swelling. Patients at this stage are very swollen, swelling is observed not only in the eye area, but throughout the body.Diagnosis of hydronephrosis according to ICD
Diagnosis of hydronephrosis is primarily based on laboratory and instrumental data. Objective data ( that is, patient complaints) are not very informative, since in the early stages of the disease the clinical picture of hydronephrosis is very poor. Periodic dull pain and blood in the urine ( complaints that a patient brings to a doctor) are insufficient to make a diagnosis. Therefore, the doctor prescribes special tests and analyses. According to international classification diseases ( ICD) hydronephrosis is coded N13.6.
Tests for hydronephrosis
To make a diagnosis, a urine test and a blood test are prescribed.Urinalysis indicators for hydronephrosis
In parallel, the patient experiences severe swelling ( due to protein loss) and persistent arterial hypertension.
Blood test indicators for hydronephrosis
Laboratory sign | Description |
Hypoproteinemia | A decrease in the concentration of total protein in the blood of less than 65 grams per liter. |
Hypoalbuminemia | Decrease mainly in albumin ( high density proteins), less than 25 grams per liter. |
Hyperlipidemia | The diet for hydronephrosis is as follows:
For hydronephrosis, it is recommended to consume no more than 0.5 grams of protein per 1 kilogram of the sick person’s weight. So, if a patient weighs 70 kilograms, he can eat 35 grams of protein per day. You should replenish your protein intake with lean fish or meat, and low-fat dairy products. In this case, you need to choose natural ( not frozen, not processed) products. Products that are allowed for hydronephrosis are:
There are some food products whose consumption should be reduced during hydronephrosis. Refusal of these products will have a positive effect on the general condition of the body and will allow you to more effectively resist the disease. Foods that should be removed from the diet for hydronephrosis are:
For hydronephrosis, it is recommended to include daily diet at least 600 grams of fruits and vegetables. Plant products should be consumed mainly in raw form. The most useful cultures for hydronephrosis are:
Folk remedies for the treatment of hydronephrosisWhen treating hydronephrosis, it is advisable to use products made according to traditional medicine recipes. Such drugs should be used as an addition to the main method of treatment. Carrying out therapy using traditional methods requires compliance with a number of rules. Failure to follow the rules can cause various complications.Rules for the use of traditional medicine The rules for treating hydronephrosis with folk remedies are as follows:
Various herbs, vegetables and other natural products are used for hydronephrosis. Traditional medicine preparations can improve kidney function, reduce pain, and reduce intoxication of the body. Products that are used for hydronephrosis are:
For hydronephrosis, the pumpkin stalk is used ( the part by which the vegetable is attached to the stem). To prepare one-time ( daily) servings of decoction from the stalk must use 2 tablespoons of raw material and 2 glasses of water. The finished decoction should be consumed during the day. Fresh water can also be used in the treatment of hydronephrosis. pumpkin juice. You need to prepare the drink yourself, since ready-made juice in bags does not have sufficient medicinal properties. The recommended amount is from 200 to 300 milliliters per day. Recipe for beans Parsley recipe Herbal recipes Herbal recipes for hydronephrosis Consequences of hydronephrosis The consequences of hydronephrosis appear various pathologies, as a result of which kidney function deteriorates and general state body. Complications develop in case of untimely detection or inadequate treatment of the disease. The most common consequences of hydronephrosis are:
Attachment of a bacterial infectionThe development of bacterial infection is a common consequence of hydronephrosis. With this disease, the normal functionality of the urinary system is disrupted, which leads to improper outflow and stagnation of urine. All this creates conditions conducive to the proliferation of bacteria and the development of the bacterial process. The most common form of bacterial infection against the background of hydronephrosis is secondary pyelonephritis ( inflammatory lesion kidney).Mechanism of development of pyelonephritis In female patients, due to anatomical features, the complication of pyelonephritis is more common. In women, the urethra ( urinary channel) is larger in width, smaller in length and located closer to the anus. These features of the female body increase the likelihood of pathogens entering the kidneys. Symptoms of secondary pyelonephritis Local manifestations of pyelonephritis are:
As mentioned above, pyelonephritis with hydronephrosis often becomes chronic. Like acute form, the chronic stage of bacterial kidney infection is accompanied by local and general symptoms. In comparison with primary pyelonephritis, which develops as an independent disease, the manifestations of infection in hydronephrosis are more pronounced. The patient may be bothered by a dull aching pain in the lumbar area, which most often appears when it is damp and cold outside. Pain may spread to other organs and parts of the body ( This rarely happens with primary pyelonephritis.). TO general symptoms pyelonephritis, which appear at the beginning of the disease, include:
TO late symptom secondary pyelonephritis in chronic stage refers to dry mucous tissues oral cavity. At first, dryness appears from time to time, and subsequently becomes permanent. The patient begins to experience heartburn and belching. A person’s appearance changes - the skin becomes pale, the face takes on a puffy outline. People with chronic inflammation kidneys are characterized by passive emotional behavior, which manifests itself in a lack of interest and initiative, inaction, and apathy. Increased blood pressureWith hydronephrosis, the affected kidney begins to synthesize the hormone renin in an increased volume, which provokes an increase in blood pressure. As a result, nephrogenic hypertension develops, which is difficult to treat with medications.Mechanism of development of nephrogenic hypertension Symptoms of nephrogenic hypertension Other symptoms of nephrogenic hypertension are:
The appearance of hard formations in the kidneysThe appearance of hard formations in the kidneys ( urolithiasis disease) can be both a cause and a complication of hydronephrosis. If urolithiasis develops as a consequence of hydronephrosis, it is characterized by the formation of struvite stones, which are also called infectious.The mechanism of the appearance of hard deposits in the kidneys Symptoms of the presence of kidney stones Kidney failureRenal failure is one of the most serious complications of hydronephrosis and sometimes leads to irreversible consequences.Mechanism of development of renal failure Symptoms of kidney failure Symptoms of acute renal failure are:
In chronic hydronephrosis, the decrease in kidney function occurs gradually and in most cases unnoticeably ( in the initial stages) for the patient. As chronic renal failure progresses, it provokes general weakness, decreased performance, and frequent headaches. The body weight of patients begins to decrease, skin acquire a yellow tint. Other symptoms of chronic kidney failure include:
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Hydronephrosis of the kidney (dropsy) is a pathology that is registered quite often; about 3% of the world's population is faced with this diagnosis. Among working-age citizens, women are more likely to suffer from this disease, and already at retirement age, men predominate among those affected.
With hydronephrosis (dropsy) of the kidney, the blood supply to the organ is disrupted and the outflow of urine becomes difficult. Under the pressure of excess fluid, the calyces and pelvis expand, pinching the vessels and causing atrophy of the kidney tissue.
Causes of the disease
An anomaly occurs:
- congenital;
- acquired.
Congenital
The disease is diagnosed in newborns in the first days of life. Development is provoked by the following anomalies of intrauterine maturation:
- genitourinary area;
- renal structure;
- vessels supplying the kidneys with blood;
- patency of the ureters or urinary tract;
- localization of the organ (the kidneys are not located at the anatomical location);
- vena cava (improper location of the vessel leads to compression of the ureters).
Congenital pathologies arise due to the pregnancy viral infections that negatively affect the fetus. Often, to save the life of a newborn, immediate surgery is required, otherwise the urinary system will not be able to ensure the complete removal of fluid and waste products from the body.
Purchased
Under the influence of unfavorable factors, fluid accumulates in the kidney, stretching the pelvis and causing atrophic processes in the tissues. There are many provoking factors for the development of pathology, so let’s consider the most common ones:
- Kidney bruise. After healing, scars or strictures often remain.
- Inflammatory processes. The most common cause is pyelonephritis and glomerulonephritis, less often – inflammation of the ureters and bladder.
- Stones in the kidneys. Stones obstruct the flow of urine.
- Tuberculosis of the urinary tract.
- Postoperative complications. Scars and adhesions appear in the ureters.
- Formation of tumors that narrow the lumen of the urinary tract. These may be neoplasms of the urinary system or nearby tissues.
- Kidney infarction.
- Injuries spinal cord followed by paralysis of the lower body. With paralysis, the innervation of the pelvic organs is disrupted.
- Strokes and other brain damage.
Acquired hydronephrosis can develop at any age, and the severity of its course depends on the degree of atrophy of the renal parenchyma.
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Signs of pathology
The disease, especially in the early stages, is hidden and may not bother the patient in any way. In acute cases, the following symptoms may appear:
- Lower back pain is most often localized on one side (where the affected organ is located) and radiates to the side of the abdomen.
- Increased temperature (during infectious processes).
- Hematuria. The appearance of blood in the urine is noted if the cause is urolithiasis.
- Reducing the amount of urine excreted.
- The appearance of swelling on the face and limbs.
- Development arterial hypertension with an increase in diastolic pressure.
With severe organ damage, signs of chronic renal failure appear.
The severity of symptoms depends on the degree of hydronephrosis:
- I – the renal pelvis is slightly stretched and the accumulation of water in it is slightly higher than normal. Organ performance due to action compensatory mechanisms not broken. A person does not feel discomfort associated with malfunctions of the organ.
- II – parenchyma tissue becomes thinner and performance decreases by 40–45%. With unilateral hydronephrosis, full urination is compensated by increased load on the healthy kidney and the patient does not always show symptoms of the disease.
- III - the kidney tissue almost completely atrophies and the organ either completely stops working or its functions are significantly reduced. A healthy kidney cannot cope with the double load, and signs of renal failure increase. Without regular maintenance therapy, stage III is fatal.
It is important not to ignore symptoms such as unilateral lumbar pain, hematuria and tenderness along the ureters. Seeing a doctor in the early stages of the disease helps maintain health and improve the prognosis of treatment.
Differential diagnosis
Hydronephrosis has no characteristic symptoms, and to clarify the diagnosis the patient is prescribed:
- Ultrasound. The procedure allows you to assess the condition of the cups and pelvis, measure the thickness of the parenchyma and identify the degree of deformation.
- Radiography. X-rays are used to determine the size of the organ, and additional method studies use contrast urography. In this case, the patient is injected intravenously with a radiopaque substance and a series of photographs are taken at certain intervals. In a kidney affected by hydronephrosis, blood and urine with contrast agent will move slower.
- Radioisotope urography. A more accurate technique compared to conventional urography, which allows us to identify the degree of damage to the kidney tissue and the nature of the obstruction in the outflow of urine. Unfortunately, this method is expensive and is not used in most public clinics.
- MRI and CT. The most informative methods for identifying the nature of tissue damage and for analyzing the performance of an organ. Prescribed to confirm the diagnosis.
In addition to instrumental examination, patients undergo various urine samples:
- general;
- according to Nichiporenko;
- Reberg;
- Zimnitsky.
Blood testing is also considered important. OAC helps to identify signs of the inflammatory process. In biochemistry, indicators such as creatinine, protein and uric acid are important.
Target diagnostic examination not only confirm the development of hydronephrosis, but also identify possible causes of the pathology. Treatment begins after confirmation of the diagnosis and clarification of the factors that caused it.
Treatment options
Depending on the severity of the pathological process and its cause, the following can be used for treatment:
- medications;
- surgical correction;
- traditional methods.
Medications
The choice of drugs for conservative treatment depends on the cause of hydronephrosis:
- Antibiotics. Used for conditions caused by pathogenic microorganisms.
- Anti-inflammatory (usually from the NSAID group). Used for non-infectious inflammations.
- Painkillers. Necessary when pain occurs.
Other medications are also prescribed to eliminate associated symptoms: antihypertensives, diuretics, etc.
Conservative therapy will only be effective if early stage illness, if there is no mechanical obstruction to the outflow of urine (stone, kinked ureter).
In addition to medications, patients are prescribed a diet with a reduced amount of salt and reduced fluids.
Surgical correction
Surgical treatment of kidney hydronephrosis is advisable in the presence of mechanical obstacles to the outflow of urine. The earlier surgical correction is performed, the better the prognosis. Depending on the type of urine outflow disorder, the patient may be offered:
- Stenting (if the patency of the ureter is difficult). A tube is inserted into the patient connecting the kidney to the bladder. The stent is installed under general anesthesia using the endoscopic method.
- Pelvisplasty (if there is difficulty in the outflow of urine due to a narrowed outlet). The dilated pelvis is sutured, and the outlet is enlarged to the desired diameter.
- Nephrectomy. Removal of an organ that has lost its function is necessary to prevent complications caused by inflammation or necrotic processes.
With stenting and plastic surgery, a favorable prognosis is due to diet and regular maintenance therapy.
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Home methods for hydronephrosis are allowed to be used only as an auxiliary method to complement the main treatment. To improve kidney function, it is recommended to mix in equal parts:
- chamomile;
- rose hip;
- celery;
- burdock;
- bearberry.
Brew 2 tablespoons of the herbal mixture in a glass of boiling water and drink instead of tea an hour before a meal.
Drinking cornflower blue tea has a good effect. 20 g of dried flowers are poured into a thermos and poured with a glass of boiling water. The resulting infusion is divided into 3 parts and consumed before meals.
It is important to remember that herbs contain active substances, which are not always combined with medications taken. Before starting treatment for hydronephrosis with folk remedies, you should consult your doctor.
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Treatment of hydronephrosis with folk remedies
All treatment of hydronephrosis comes down to eliminating the cause that caused it. If the kidney has undergone major changes, then there is only one way out - its removal. But before that, you need to carefully check the second kidney to make sure it is in good condition.
Traditional medicine in complex treatment hydronephrosis recommends using:
Adonis grass 1 teaspoon, birch leaves 2/3 teaspoon, nettle leaves 1 teaspoon, oat grains 1 teaspoon, bearberry 1 teaspoon, horsetail 1 teaspoon - pour 400 ml of water, boil for 1 minute. , leave for 2 hours, strain, squeeze out the raw materials, take 50 ml 2 times a day after meals
Adonis herb 2 tsp, birch buds and leaves 2 tsp, oat grains 2 tsp, sedum herb 2 tsp, bedstraw herb 2 tsp, horsetail herb 2 tsp, hop cones 2 tsp - pour 1 liter of vodka, leave for 10 days, shaking occasionally, take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day before meals + apply lotions to the lumbar region 3-4 times a day.
birch buds 1.5 tsp, knotweed grass 1 tsp, hoof grass 1 tsp, corn silk 1.5 tsp, bearberry 1.5 tsp, bean leaves 1.5 tsp, horsetail herb 1 tsp - pour 800 ml of boiling water, leave for 12 hours, boil for 10 minutes, leave for 2 hours, strain, squeeze out the raw materials. Take 100 ml warm 4 times. per day an hour after meals
birch leaves 1/3 teaspoon, juniper fruit 1/3 teaspoon, dandelion root 1/3 teaspoon - pour 200 ml of boiling water, boil for 1 minute, leave for 30 minutes, strain, squeeze out the raw material. Take 50 ml 4 times a day before meals.
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Classification of the disease
Depending on the time of its development, hydronephrosis can be primary or congenital and acquired or dynamic. Based on the severity of the course, severe, mild and moderate types of hydronephrosis are distinguished, and according to localization - unilateral and bilateral types.
It is important! In urology, damage to both the right and left kidneys is equally often diagnosed, and bilateral hydronephrosis is diagnosed only in 9% of cases.
The course of the disease can be acute or chronic. In acute hydronephrosis, if the condition is corrected in time, full recovery kidney functioning. At chronic form hydronephrosis, kidney function deteriorates irreversibly. Depending on the presence or absence of an infectious process, hydronephrosis manifests itself as aseptic or infected.
Causes of kidney damage
The causes of kidney damage are varied, but are divided into two main groups:
- Causes caused by blockage of the bladder or the presence of an obstruction in any area of the urinary system - in the ureter, urethra, etc.
- Causes caused by the backflow of urine due to improper operation of the valve in the bladder.
Depending on the nature of the manifestations and the location of the lesion, the causes of the pathology are external, internal and functional.
“> In the area of the ureter, as a rule, internal causes are tumor neoplasms, polyps, blood clots, stones, fungal pathologies of the urethra, tuberculosis, etc. An external obstruction to the outflow of urine in the ureter segment can be formed by sarcoma, due to pregnancy, due to the development of cervical cancer, ovarian cysts, uterine prolapse, prostate tumor, or improper location of the renal artery.
From the bladder to internal reasons should include urolithiasis, carcinoma, diverticulum in the bladder, contracture of the neck of the bladder. Functional disorders include the detection of a neurogenic bladder.
Among internal damage urethral canal, the development of hydronephrosis can be provoked by strictures in the urethra, diverticula, and atresia of the urinary canal. External barriers can be malignant tumors prostate or hyperplasia.
With the development of hydronephrosis, damage to various parts of the urinary tract also occurs due to obstruction of the urinary tract, trauma, inflammation, and damage to the spinal cord.
If an obstacle to proper urine drainage is located below the ureteropelvic zone, then not only the pelvis, but also the ureter itself expands.
Symptoms of pathology development
Often the development of hydronephrosis is not accompanied by any symptoms, so the disease makes itself felt only when an infection occurs, an injury occurs, or it is diagnosed by chance when palpating the abdominal cavity. There are no signs specifically for hydronephrosis. Most often the disease manifests itself as pain in the lumbar region different strengths aching character, and in the early stages of the disease, attacks of renal colic appear. The pain may bother the patient during the day.
Attacks of pain are usually accompanied by nausea with vomiting, bloating and increased blood pressure. Often patients complain of a decrease in the volume of urine before or during an attack, as well as an increase in the volume of urine after the end of the attack. In advanced hydronephrosis, acute pain does not manifest itself.
The temperature during the development of an attack rises only when the body is infected.
An important sign of the disease is a large tumor neoplasm that can be felt in the hypochondrium area.
It is important! Sometimes the only symptoms of damage are the presence of blood in the urine in the first stages of the disease. Macroscopic hematuria occurs in 20% of patients, and microhematuria is much more common.
At the terminal stage of hydronephrosis, the functioning of the organ is severely impaired, but symptoms of kidney failure appear mainly in cases of bilateral damage.
Organization of effective treatment of pathology
Treatment of hydronephrosis involves eliminating the causes of its development and, if necessary, reducing the size of the renal pelvis and preserving the organ.
Conservative therapy is practically ineffective and is used only when inflammation develops, to relieve pain, to reduce blood pressure, eliminate signs of renal failure, or as preparation for surgery. ">
Methods of surgical intervention include reconstructive operations that involve preservation of the organ. There are quite a few methods, and the type and extent of surgical intervention will depend on etiological factors. The further prognosis of treatment also depends on them.
Indication for plastic surgery advanced stages of unilateral or bilateral damage occur, when the functioning of the renal tissue is not greatly impaired, and the causes that provoked the pathology can be eliminated.
Kidney removal is indicated in a situation where the organ almost completely loses its ability to normal operation, and its preservation becomes dangerous due to the risk of serious complications.
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Causes and symptoms of kidney hydronephrosis
Most often, the cause of the disease is a mechanical violation of the outflow of fluid from the kidney. And the main methods of treatment for this disease are aimed at eliminating the cause that caused it. Therefore, the patient must understand that under no circumstances should he refuse traditional treatment. Folk remedies are used to support kidney function and strengthen the entire body.
The causes of congenital hydronephrosis are a violation of the normal arrangement of the structures of the abdominal cavity and retroperitoneal space or underdevelopment of the urinary system. And acquired hydronephrosis develops when the ureter is blocked by stones, adhesions and other pathological elements. Due to the disruption of the passage of urine, urine does not exit the kidneys into the bladder and ends up back into the pelvis. Fluid accumulates there, causing the kidney to stretch and atrophy.
Hydronephrosis of the kidney manifests itself in different ways.
The main symptom in adults is lower back pain on the affected side.
In children, pain is rarely observed, and the sensation of a palpable formation on the side corresponding to the affected kidney comes to the fore. This symptom is usually discovered by parents when bathing or playing with their child.
Kidney hydronephrosis is also accompanied by nausea and vomiting, and increased blood pressure. With significant kidney damage, patients complain of the appearance of red urine, which indicates the content of blood in it.
Hydronephrosis must be treated with medicinal and surgical methods in individually selected combinations.
Treatment of the disease with folk remedies
Treatment with folk remedies involves the use of various herbs and medicinal preparations that improve kidney function and alleviate the condition of patients with hydronephrosis. For this purpose the following is used:
- Pumpkin, namely the stalks. To prepare the medicine, the stalks are crushed, 500 ml of boiled water is poured in and infused in a water bath for 20 minutes. After this, the infusion must be removed, wrapped in a warm towel and left for about 2 hours. Take 4 times a day, half a glass per dose.
- Pumpkin juice – take half a glass up to 4 times a day.
- Pour 4 tablespoons of crushed bean leaves into a liter of boiled water and periodically heat in a water bath for 2 hours. Drink half a glass up to 8 times a day. Treatment with a folk remedy made from beans gives good results in patients with hydronephrosis and diabetes mellitus.
- Infusion of parsley root. A tablespoon of parsley root is poured with half a liter of boiling water overnight. Leave until morning and drink a tablespoon before meals 4 times a day.
- You can also make parsley remedy using its seeds. To prepare, pour 2 teaspoons of parsley seeds into a glass of boiling water. Leave for 2 hours and drink half a glass 4 times a day.
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Treatment with folk remedies made from herbs is very effective for hydronephrosis. Many medicines consist of essential oils and other components various plants and trees, in particular conifers. Among the fees for the treatment of hydronephrosis, you can take the following:
- Adonis, birch buds, oat grains, bedstraw, sedum, horsetail and hop cones
- Birch leaves, dandelion roots, juniper fruits
- Raspberry and currant leaves, knotweed grass, calamus root, meadowsweet flowers, string grass, chamomile flowers
- Alder cones, fireweed herb, celandine, marshmallow root, mint herb, alderwort, coriander fruits, knotweed herb.
All the above components are collected in equal proportions. To prepare the infusion, pour 100 grams of the collection with a liter of boiling water and boil in a sealed container for 10 minutes. After this, pour the resulting broth into a thermos and leave overnight. Drink the resulting product half an hour before meals, 100 grams. You need to drink all the liquid you receive during the day. Hydronephrosis is treated with preparations for 4 months. Then you need to stop taking the infusion for 2 weeks. After 14 days, replace the composition of the drug mixture and continue treatment according to the same regimen.
However, it must be remembered that treatment options with herbs and other means must be agreed upon with the attending physician, because for any therapy, in addition to the indications, there are also contraindications that should not be neglected. Treatment traditional way much more effective than natural ones.
A pathology such as renal hydronephrosis can cause complete renal dysfunction, threatening the patient’s life. Therefore, it is so important to diagnose the disease in time and use effective treatment methods. Folk remedies can become an assistant in the fight against the disease.
Hydronephrosis of the kidney is a disease in which changes are observed in the pyelocaliceal system of the kidney, hydrostatic pressure increases as a result of impaired urine outflow. Because of high blood pressure compression of blood vessels occurs, disruption of the normal functioning of the organ, an increase in the size of the renal reservoir and gradual tissue atrophy.
Without treatment, complications inevitably arise: the formation of stones, prolapse of the kidney or rupture of the organ. In case of bilateral kidney damage, renal failure occurs, which can lead to death.
Usually only one kidney is affected. Most often, this disease occurs in young women aged 25–30 years and children.
Depending on the cause of occurrence, it is customary to distinguish two types of hydronephrosis:
- congenital;
- acquired.
Congenital hydronephrosis is most often diagnosed:
- with abnormal development of the urinary tract;
- if the kidney is located incorrectly.
The causes of the acquired disease can be:
- inflammatory process in the genitourinary system;
- tumors in the prostate, bladder, cervix;
- urolithiasis disease;
- traumatic spinal cord injury.
In childhood, the causes of this pathology are usually congenital in nature, among them are:
- horseshoe kidney;
- narrowing of the ureter;
- unnatural discharge of the ureter from the pelvis.
With hydronephrosis of the kidneys, pain may appear in the lumbar region or lower abdomen
There are three stages of development of hydronephrosis. In the first stage, dilation of the renal pelvis is observed, symptoms practically do not appear, only increased fatigue is noted. As the disease progresses, the walls of the pelvis become thinner and the functions of the organ are disrupted. The first symptom of the disease is regular renal colic, later the following signs are observed:
- dull pain in the lower back;
- nausea, vomiting;
- cloudy urine, sometimes with blood;
- weight loss;
- bloating.
At the third stage of the disease, kidney function decreases even more and the pelvic system expands, the symptoms become more pronounced.
The symptoms of hydronephrosis may coincide with signs of other diseases, so the diagnosis is made using special equipment.
Treatment of hydronephrosis of the right and left kidney with folk remedies
Treatment consists of eliminating the factors that caused the disease, as well as restoring kidney function. In the fight against hydronephrosis they use medical supplies and surgical operations are performed. As a supplement to the course therapeutic measures You can use folk remedies:
Heather infusion is also famous for its beneficial effects.
- For hydronephrosis, an infusion of common heather is recommended. Pour a teaspoon of pre-crushed flowers and twigs with half a liter of boiling water and leave for 1 hour. You need to drink the drink 3-4 times a day, 1/2 cup. Take the drug for 3 months.
- Popular alcohol tincture based on a collection of birch leaves, oat grains, horsetail, adonis, hop cones, sedum and bedstraw. You need to take 2 teaspoons of each ingredient and pour 1 liter of vodka. Leave for 10 days, shaking the container periodically. Drink the medicine 1 tablespoon 3-4 times a day before meals. The course of treatment is 2 months.
- A collection of equal parts of celandine, fireweed, mint leaves, coriander seeds, knotweed, knotweed, alder cones and marshmallow roots is effective for kidney hydronephrosis. Every evening, 2 tablespoons of the mixture are poured into a liter of boiling water and kept for 10 minutes over low heat. Then the broth is poured into a thermos and left until the morning. You need to take the medicine 30 minutes before meals, 1/2 cup. The course of treatment is 3–4 months.
- Take 1/3 teaspoon each of crushed birch leaves, dandelion root and juniper berries. Pour the collection into a glass hot water and boil for a couple of minutes. After this, the broth must be strained. It should be taken 50 ml 3-4 times a day before meals. The duration of the course is 3 months.
- A decoction of bearberry can be used as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Pour 1 tablespoon of chopped plant into 3 glasses of water and boil to 1/3 of the original volume. The drink is drunk in several doses throughout the day. The medicine should be used for 1 month.
- A collection of the following components is recommended: horsetail and hoofed grass (1 part each), bean flaps and corn silks (1.5 parts each), as well as birch and bearberry leaves (5 parts each). 2 tablespoons of the mixture should be poured into 0.5 liters of boiling water and left in a thermos for 10–12 hours. The finished infusion is filtered and taken 3 times a day, 1/4 cup. The course of treatment is 3 months.
Features of the treatment of illness in children
Hydronephrosis can be diagnosed even at the stage intrauterine development. As a rule, this pathology is temporary; the causes of the disease disappear on their own soon after birth. In cases where the disease does not go away, a course of treatment is prescribed. Usually, medications are prescribed that help relieve inflammation and stimulate urine output, and in severe cases of the disease, surgical intervention is performed.
In children, damage to the left kidney is usually observed. Bilateral hydronephrosis occurs in only 5–10% of all cases.
Folk remedies for the treatment of kidneys in children are used only in consultation with the attending physician. Infusions and decoctions are especially effective at the initial stage of the disease and in the postoperative period.
- A decoction is prepared based on a collection of adonis, nettle, bearberry, horsetail (50 g of each ingredient) and birch leaves (150 g). Grind the raw materials and mix. 1 cup of the medicinal mixture is poured into 1 liter of hot water and boiled for 10 minutes over low heat. Then the drink is infused in a thermos for 12 hours, after which it is filtered. If desired, you can add a little honey. Give it to children 3-4 times a day. The course of treatment will be 3–4 months.
An infusion of cornflower flowers is useful in treating children
- There is a well-known recipe for an infusion of cornflower flowers. 20 grams of dry raw materials are poured with 1 glass of boiling water and left in a thermos for 20–30 minutes. The child needs to drink this medicine 4 times a day before meals. Course duration – 1 month.
For children different ages the doses of the decoction will differ in the volume of dry raw materials, which is recommended to be consumed during the day:
- a child under 1 year old can be given infusions prepared from 1/2 teaspoon;
- from 3 years old it is allowed to take a full teaspoon;
- up to 6 years old, 1 dessert spoon is recommended;
- from 10 years old, the volume of dry preparations is 1 tablespoon.
When treating a child, you can use the same decoctions and infusions as for adults. But it is necessary to exclude products that require components that are contraindicated in childhood, as well as recipes containing vodka.
Contraindications
When using folk remedies, you should remember about possible individual intolerance to some ingredients, as well as other contraindications:
Proper nutrition for kidney hydronephrosis
For kidney problems, the basis of the diet is vegetables and fruits; it is recommended to consume them at least 500 g per day. The amount of protein should be limited to 0.5 g per 1 kg of weight, and preference is best given to lean meats and dairy products. When taking diuretics, a diet is usually prescribed, including foods with high content calcium (eg baked potatoes and dried fruit). You should also limit your salt intake.
Excluded from the diet:
- fatty meat and fish;
- broths based on mushrooms, meat, fish;
- fried and smoked dishes;
- canned and pickled foods;
- chocolate;
- alcohol, carbonated drinks;
- legumes;
- seasonings
Photo gallery: Prohibited foods for hydronephrosis
- raw and boiled vegetables;
- fruits and berries;
- boiled lean meat, fish;
- dairy and fermented milk products;
- cereals, especially buckwheat and rice;
- eggs.
Sample menu for the day:
Disease prevention
You can reduce the risk of hydronephrosis by following simple preventive measures:
- limit salt intake;
- avoid hypothermia;
- For a month, you can take a decoction of calendula, mint leaves, bearberry and dill seeds. The components of the collection are taken in equal shares. 20 g of the mixture should be poured into half a liter warm water and soak for 30 minutes in a water bath. The cooled broth should be filtered through cheesecloth and brought to the original volume with boiled water. You should drink 3 tablespoons 20–30 minutes before meals.
- It will be useful Herb tea from a mixture of burdock, chamomile, bearberry and wormwood roots (100 g each), as well as rose hips and celery (200 g each). Place 2 tablespoons of the mixture in a thermos and pour 1 cup of boiling water. The product should sit for at least 1 hour, then it should be strained and cooled slightly. Drink tea 1/2 cup 3 times a day half an hour before meals. The drink is supposed to be consumed for 30 days.
When treating kidney hydronephrosis, you should pay attention not only to drug therapy, but also to traditional methods of getting rid of the disease. They will help reduce pain, ease the course of the disease and speed up recovery.
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Types of disease
There are acquired and congenital forms of the pathology. In the first case, the disease appears as a result of the development of a tumor, compression or kinking of the ureter, in the presence of stones. Reason congenital disease an abnormal structure of the organ becomes, often associated with diseases of a woman during pregnancy.
At an early stage, the disease does not have pronounced symptoms. But over time, the patient feels pain in the lumbar region. Due to the accumulation of urine, the kidneys can become infected, which causes a rise in temperature. The disease can be recognized by other signs:
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- feeling of heaviness in the stomach;
- attacks of nausea;
- increased blood pressure;
- constant dizziness;
- difficulty urinating;
- the presence of blood in the urine.
Particularly difficult is the treatment of hydronephrosis of both kidneys, when it is impossible to use surgical treatment methods. In this case, folk remedies are relevant, which can reduce the severity of symptoms and stop the development of the infectious process. At an early stage of the disease, treatment of kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies provides complete healing, but to achieve positive dynamics, the herb should be used for several months.
Nutrition for hydronephrosis
For successful treatment of the disease, it is of particular importance proper nutrition. Protein should be included in the diet, but fish or meat dishes are strictly prohibited. The optimal solution is conventional chicken eggs. It is recommended to minimize salt intake, drink about two liters of water per day, and cook food only by steaming.
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Treatment of illness with folk remedies
Traditional medicine recipes allow short time eliminate the symptoms of the disease and alleviate the patient’s condition. Therapy is carried out using a wide variety of means.
Pumpkin treatment
The ideal option is pumpkin stalks, which have strong analgesic properties. They are crushed and filled with half a liter of water. The mixture is heated in a water bath for about twenty minutes, after which it is removed from the heat, wrapped in a thick cloth and left for about two hours. It is advisable to consume the prepared infusion warm - half a glass four times a day. You can simply drink the product in small portions throughout the day. Vegetable juice also gives a good effect. It should be taken three to four times a day.
Treatment with bean leaves
Hydronephrosis is often treated using bean flaps. They need to be crushed, poured with a liter of water and sent to a water bath. Heating is carried out for two hours. The infusion is consumed up to eight times a day, half a glass.
Herbal treatment
Herbs for hydronephrosis are used in the form of preparations. It is recommended to use them for no longer than three to four months, changing and keeping them for about two weeks after each course. Infusions are taken on an empty stomach, half an hour before meals. The most widely used means are:
- Dried burdock root, bearberry, chamomile inflorescences, wormwood.
- Adonis grass, oat grains, nettle leaves, dried hop cones, horsetail.
- Birch leaves, dried dandelion root, juniper fruits.
- Leaves of currant, raspberry, knotweed, calamus root, meadowsweet and chamomile inflorescences.
- Fireweed herb, alder cones, celandine, coriander, mint leaves, marshmallow root, herbal part of the grass.
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All components should be crushed before mixing, and the roots should be passed through a meat grinder. To prepare the infusion, you will need two spoons of the selected mixture, which are poured with boiling water and left to infuse overnight. In the morning, filter the infusion and take a third of a glass. If the taste seems unpleasant or bitter, you can sweeten it with natural honey.
Traditional methods require regular and long-term use.
After two to three weeks, the patient’s condition improves, but taking the infusions cannot be stopped. Complete recovery from the disease is possible after eight to twelve months. Together with herbal teas, herbal teas prepared from one plant are used. Tea made from the petals of blue cornflower or common heather gives a good effect. Another popular remedy is parsley root. It is crushed and poured with boiling water, left overnight. In the morning, drain the liquid and drink a spoonful on an empty stomach.
Treatment of kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies is possible only if the components of the preparation do not cause allergies. In addition, they should be used under the strict supervision of a doctor, who will help you choose the best option.
Disease prevention
The risk of hydronephrosis can be reduced by following simple rules:
- avoid hypothermia;
- limit salt intake;
- Empty your bladder regularly.
For a month, you can drink a decoction made from calendula, bearberry, mint leaves and dill seeds. The mixture must be poured with warm water and kept in a water bath for thirty minutes, then cooled, strained and brought to the original volume with boiled water. Drink three spoons half an hour before meals.
Herbal tea made from a mixture of burdock, bearberry, chamomile and wormwood roots, as well as rose hips and celery, is beneficial. The mixture is poured into a thermos and poured boiling water, left for at least an hour, filtered and slightly cooled. Drink half a glass of tea three times a day.
Traditional methods in the treatment of renal hydronephrosis give a good effect. They help reduce pain, ease the course of the disease and speed up recovery. But any remedy must be agreed with a doctor, as it may have contraindications.
Folk remedies
- pumpkin stalks;
- bean shells;
- burdock root;
- chamomile;
- sagebrush;
- rose hips and celery;
- bearberry;
- adonis herb;
- oat grains;
- nettle leaves;
- dried hop cones;
- birch leaves;
- dried dandelion root;
- meadowsweet inflorescences;
- juniper fruits.
- currant and raspberry leaves;
- knotweed;
- calamus root;
- fireweed grass;
- alder cones;
- celandine;
- horsetail;
- coriander;
- mint leaves;
- marshmallow root;
- herbal part of the grass
- tea from ordinary heather or blue cornflower petals;
- parsley root.
- calendula;
- Dill seeds.
Hydronephrosis of the kidneys is expressed in stretching of the pelvis of the organ, as well as the calyx. People often call the disease “dropsy of the kidneys,” since with severe atrophy of the renal parenchyma, the organ resembles a bag filled with urine, which can contain up to 10 liters of liquid.
Hydronephrosis of the kidneys
Clinical picture of renal hydronephrosis
Congenital or acquired forms of pathology are differentiated. The causes of the congenital type lie in the abnormal structure of the organ, often associated with diseases that the woman suffered during pregnancy. These include infectious processes, exacerbation of existing chronic diseases. Also, the development of the infant’s genitourinary system can be affected by the intake of certain types of pharmacological drugs. Acquired hydronephrosis is diagnosed as a result of the development of a tumor, kinking or compression of the ureter, or the presence of stones.
Diagnosis and treatment of hydronephrosis
At an early stage this pathology practically does not manifest itself with severe symptoms. However, as the condition of the organs worsens, the patient begins to experience painful sensations aching character. As a rule, the painful syndrome is caused by concomitant pyelonephritis. Due to the accumulation of urine, the kidneys are easily susceptible to infection, which causes an increase in temperature.
What is hydronephrosis
The development of the disease is indicated by the following symptoms:
- aching painful sensations in the lumbar region, turning into colic;
- feeling of constant presence of heaviness in the stomach;
- regular dizziness;
- attacks of nausea;
- fever not associated with a cold;
- increased blood pressure;
- presence of blood in the urine;
- difficulty urinating.
A particularly difficult situation arises with hydronephrosis of both kidneys, when it is impossible to use surgical methods to eliminate the problem. In this case, drug therapy may be supported by: traditional methods, allowing to significantly reduce the severity of clinical symptoms, as well as save the patient from the infectious process.
With the early development of hydronephrosis, traditional medicine may well heal the patient. However, it is worth considering that the use of herbs must continue for several months to achieve positive dynamics.
Nutrition for hydronephrosis
It is equally important to organize your meals properly. The diet of a person with hydronephrosis must contain protein, but meat or fish dishes. Therefore, ordinary chicken eggs become a real salvation. It is recommended to minimize salt intake, drink approximately 2 liters of pre-filtered water per day and steam food only.
Treatment of hydronephrosis with pumpkin
It’s great if you can get pumpkin stalks. Its petioles have a strong analgesic quality.
Pumpkin stems
- The stalks are crushed and a tablespoon of plant mass is poured with 500 ml of water. The mixture is heated in a water bath for about 20 minutes. After removing the container from heating, wrap it in a thick warm cloth and continue to infuse the liquid for approximately 2 hours.
- It is advisable to drink the infusion prepared in this way warm, half a glass four times a day. You can also simply drink the product in small portions throughout the day.
- The juice of the vegetable itself gives a good effect. The pumpkin pulp is wiped and squeezed. Fresh juice, in the amount of half a glass, should be taken 3-4 times a day.
Bean flaps
Bean flaps
Kidney hydronephrosis is often treated with bean flaps. Crushed leaves, no more than 3-4 tbsp. l., pour 1000 ml of water and place in a water bath. Heating must be continued for about 2 hours. It is advisable to take the prepared infusion half a glass up to 8 times a day.
Using herbal teas
Herbs for hydronephrosis are used in the form of preparations, which are recommended to be used for no longer than 3-4 months. It is necessary to change fees, after each course, waiting approximately 2 weeks. Plant infusions are taken on an empty stomach, approximately half an hour before meals.
If a child has hydronephrosis of the kidney, it is necessary to significantly reduce the dosage of the drugs used. Usually, for a baby under the age of one year, 0.5 ml of infusions is indicated; up to 3 years, the volume of the herbal decoction is increased to 2.5 ml; up to 6 years, it is allowed to drink no more than 5 ml. A child over 10 years old is recommended to take 10 ml of infusion.
Compositions of herbal mixtures
- Dried burdock root, bearberry, wormwood, and chamomile inflorescences - 100 g each. Dried celery root, rose hips - 200 g.
- Adonis grass, nettle leaves, oat grains, bearberry stems and grass, horsetail - 1 tsp each. Birch leaves – 3 tsp.
- The herbal part of adonis, birch leaves, oat grains, dried hop cones, as well as horsetail - 2 tsp each.
- Birch leaves, bearberry take 5 tsp. Clefthoof, knotweed, horsetail - only 1 tsp each. Bean flaps and corn silk– 1.5 tsp each
- Birch leaves, dried dandelion root, dried juniper fruits are taken in equal volumes.
- Currant leaves, knotweed, raspberry leaves, dried calamus root, meadowsweet inflorescences, the herbal part of the string, chamomile inflorescences - in equal volume.
- Take fireweed grass, alder cones, marshmallow root, herbal part of celandine, coriander, herbal part of celandine, as well as knotweed and mint leaves in equal volume.
Before mixing the components, you need to grind them. It is advisable to pass the plant roots through a meat grinder. It is most convenient to store prepared collections in a linen bag.
To prepare the infusion, measure out 2 tbsp. l. selected fee. The mass is steamed with a glass of boiling water. Leave the product to infuse overnight. It is recommended to use a thermos. In the morning, filter the infusion and take 1/3 cup. It is recommended to drink the collection 3-4 times a day. If the taste of the infusion seems unpleasant, too bitter, you can slightly sweeten it with natural honey.
Traditional methods are good only with regular and long-term use. The patient's condition can significantly improve after 2-3 weeks of using the preparations. However, you should continue taking the infusions. Healing from hydronephrosis is usually achieved after 8-12 months of treatment.
Along with herbal collections, herbal teas prepared from a single plant are used. For example, tea made from blue cornflower petals or from ordinary heather gives a good effect. 1 tsp. carefully crushed plant material is steamed with a glass of boiling water. After filtering the product an hour later, take 40-50 ml on an empty stomach.
It is not necessary to use any unusual herbs for hydronephrosis if you always have regular parsley on hand. Traditional medicine has long used this plant to treat dropsy of any type.
Chopped parsley root, 1 tbsp. l., steam 100 ml of boiling water. The product is infused all night. Carefully drain the liquid in the morning and drink 1 tbsp. l. on an empty stomach during the same day. If it is not possible to purchase plant roots, you can also use seeds. However, they give a less pronounced positive result. In the same way, you can prepare infusions for hydronephrosis from caraway seeds.
Before you begin treating kidney hydronephrosis with herbs, you should make sure that the components of the mixture do not provoke allergies. In addition, traditional methods can be used exclusively under the strict supervision of a nephrologist, who will advise the best option.
When prescribing herbs, it is necessary to take into account such indicators as blood pressure, side effects from taking infusions, complications caused by the disease. If you use traditional medicine advice incorrectly, you can seriously worsen your condition.
Video - Treatment of kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies
Hydronephrosis of the kidney (the second name is hydronephrotic transformation) is specific disease, which is characterized by an enlarged pyelocaliceal region of the kidney. We present the most common causes of this disease and its main symptoms, as well as methods of treating kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies.
Causes and symptoms
Hydronephrosis is divided into congenital and acquired, and the disease can affect both the right and left kidney. The main causes of the congenital form of the disease include:
- incorrect location of the ureter;
- abnormalities in the development of the renal arteries, resulting in compression of the ureter;
- pathological changes in the urinary tract;
- narrowing in the urinary tract.
The acquired form of the disease can occur for the following reasons:
- presence of urolithiasis;
- tumor;
- injuries or other damage to the urinary tract;
- pressure on the ureter during pregnancy.
A disease such as hydronephrotic transformation of the kidney has 3 stages and each of them has its own symptoms, namely:
1. At the first stage, the disease is almost invisible; rare aching pain in the lumbar region may appear.
2. In the second stage, in addition to pain, vomiting, nausea, elevated temperature and blood pressure, as well as the appearance of blood in the urine may occur.
3. At the third stage, edema, kidney failure, anemia occur, and the amount of urine output decreases.
It should be noted that treatment of kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies is effective only at the initial stage of the disease, and in the second and third stages, medicinal and surgical methods are used.
5 best folk remedies for kidney hydronephrosis
Traditional medicine offers many ways to treat kidney diseases; here are the most common ones.
Recipe 1
For cooking medicinal decoction you will need:
- pumpkin stalks;
- 0.5 liters of boiled water.
The stalks must be crushed and filled with water, after which the remedy must be infused in a water bath for 20 minutes, and then wrapped in a blanket for 2-3 hours. You should drink the infusion 100 g before meals, at least 3-4 times a day.
Recipe 2
In order to prepare this remedy, the following ingredients are needed:
- crushed birch leaves;
- juniper (fruit);
- dandelion (roots).
You need to take a third of a teaspoon of each component and pour in 200 g of hot water, then boil for several minutes. Then the mixture must be strained. You should drink the product at least 3 times a day, 50 ml, 20-25 minutes before meals. The duration of the course is 3 months.
Recipe 3
To prepare the remedy you will need:
- birch buds (250 g);
- knotweed grass, horsetail and hoofed grass (50 g each);
- beans (75 g).
All ingredients must be crushed and mixed, then 100 g of the resulting mixture is taken and 1 liter of boiling water is poured. The mixture should be boiled for at least 10 minutes, then strained and left in a thermos for 10-12 hours. The decoction should be taken 100 g before meals, no less than half an hour.
Recipe 4
The following recipe is very simple, to prepare the decoction you need:
- bearberry (1 tablespoon);
- boiling water (200 ml).
Bearberry is brewed with boiling water, then poured into a thermos and left for 30 minutes. You should drink the infusion 1 tablespoon after meals.
Recipe 5
To prepare an infusion according to this recipe, you need to take equal shares of the following components:
- currant leaves;
- chamomile flowers;
- series;
- kidney tea;
- knotweed grass;
- raspberry leaf;
- meadowsweet flowers;
- calamus root.
All ingredients are ground using a coffee grinder and then infused in 500 ml of boiling water. It is necessary to infuse the decoction for at least 1 hour, preferably in a thermos. Take the infusion several times during the day, 1/4 cup.
When treating kidney hydronephrosis with folk remedies, it is necessary to take into account that herbs have contraindications, and before starting treatment, you should carefully read their list.
Principles of proper nutrition
For kidney diseases, one of the important conditions for successful treatment is a diet, the essence of which is to exclude fatty, fried, smoked, canned and pickled foods, as well as seasonings, chocolate, alcoholic and carbonated drinks. In addition, it is necessary to consume salt and seasonings as little as possible. You need to include more fruits, vegetables and berries, dairy and fermented milk products, cereals in your diet, and eat only low-fat meat and fish.
How to treat renal hydronephrosis with folk remedies?
Hydronephrosis or hydronephrotic transformation is a kidney disease in which the pelvis and calyces expand, the kidney tissue becomes thinner (hypotrophic), and all the basic functions of the kidney are disrupted.
Why does this happen? The outflow of urine from the calyces and renal pelvis is disrupted. Blood circulation in the kidney tissue is disrupted. If hydronephrosis also accompanies dilatation of the ureter, ureterohydronephrosis occurs. In women, hydronephrosis occurs one and a half times more often than in men and appears quite often in children. It is generally accepted that hydronephrosis occurs:
- congenital, primary (occurs due to abnormal development of the upper urinary tract);
- acquired, secondary hydronephrosis becomes a complication of any disease.
Hydronephrosis may become more complicated if an infection occurs. The development of hydronephrosis occurs if there is an obstruction to the outflow of urine in any part of the urinary tract:
- obstructions in the bladder and urethra(due to narrowing of the urethra, prostate adenoma, stones in the urethra, bladder, tumors);
- obstructions in the ureters (with chronic cystitis with narrowing of the outlet sections of the ureters, cancer, tuberculosis, prostate adenoma, kidney cyst, tumors in organs and tissues near the ureters, intestinal diseases, consequences of surgical interventions on the abdominal organs, anomalies of the renal arteries);
- torsion, kinks of the ureters;
- narrowing of the lumen of the ureters from the inside (spurs, valves on the inner lining of the ureters, blind protrusion of the ureter wall - diverticulum).
How does hydronephrosis develop?
The disease matures gradually. At the first stage First, urine accumulates in the renal pelvis. The pelvis is stretched due to increased pressure. For a short time, the walls of the pelvis are able to resist excessive stretching, and kidney function suffers little. But little by little the pelvis stretches more and more, the wall becomes thinner, and the second stage arrives. At the second stage The pelvis (pyelectasia) and calyx (hydrocalicosis) of the kidney expand. A stretched pelvis compresses the renal tissue and pushes it to the periphery. The kidney tissue is compressed between the dense tissue of the kidney capsule and its stretched pelvis. Kidney function is significantly impaired. At the third stage The kidney tissue sharply atrophies, the tissue becomes thinner, kidney function drops sharply, and at the final stage the kidney ceases to function.
How does hydronephrosis manifest?
At the initial stages, hydronephrosis does not manifest itself in any way. It can be detected if an infection has occurred or completely accidentally with x-rays and ultrasound examinations. There are no symptoms unique to hydronephrosis. The patient is concerned about:
- lower back pain;
- constant aching pain;
- kidney pain;
- renal colic;
- an enlarged kidney can be felt through the anterior abdominal wall;
- blood in the urine (hematuria).
How is hydronephrosis diagnosed?
When diagnosing hydronephrosis, it is carried out:
- comprehensive examination;
- blood analysis;
- Analysis of urine;
- ultrasound examination of the kidneys (they look at the thickness of the kidney tissue, the size and enlargement of the pelvis and calyces of the kidney, the degree of expansion);
- Using color Doppler mapping, the condition of the kidney vessels is studied;
- X-ray examination reveals the presence of stones in the urinary tract and an enlarged kidney;
- radioisotope study - to determine the degree of renal dysfunction;
- angiography;
- computer and magnetic resonance tomography.
How is hydronephrosis treated?
Treatment is aimed at the cause that causes the development of hydronephrosis. Conservative treatment usually turns out to be ineffective. It is used:
- with an inflammatory process in the kidneys;
- to lower blood pressure;
- for pain relief;
- to eliminate symptoms of renal failure;
- as preparation for surgery.
During surgical treatment Reconstruction of the renal pelvis system is carried out, usually in a low-traumatic way. IN abdominal cavity Using several punctures, various manipulators and an endoscope with a video camera are inserted. Under the control of the video image on the monitor screen, the necessary surgery. A kidney is removed only when kidney function has already been lost.
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