How to treat kidney stones and hydronephrosis?

Abdominal distension caused by kidney stones and hydronephrosis can be relieved by medication, surgery and lifestyle adjustments. The causes include stones blocking urine excretion, impaired kidney function and infection. Treatment should be based on specific circumstances and may include medication for stone removal, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, etc. Abdominal distension can be relieved by adjusting diet, exercising moderately and applying hot compresses.

Kidney stones and hydronephrosis are common urinary system diseases, and the two are often related to each other. Kidney stones block the urinary tract, which will cause urine to be unable to be discharged normally, thus causing hydronephrosis and further causing abdominal distension. The main causes of abdominal distension include urine retention compressing surrounding tissues, impaired kidney function leading to accumulation of metabolic waste, and possible accompanying infections. Treatment should start with the cause and adopt a variety of comprehensive intervention methods.

1. Drug treatment: For smaller stones, doctors may prescribe stone-removing drugs, such as potassium citrate, alpha-receptor blockers such as tamsulosin, etc., to help the stones to be expelled. At the same time, if there is infection, antibiotics such as cephalosporins and quinolones are needed to control inflammation.

2. Surgical treatment: For larger stones or when drug treatment is ineffective, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) or ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URS) can be selected. These surgical methods can effectively remove stones and restore urinary tract patency.

3. Lifestyle adjustment: Patients with abdominal distension can try to adjust their diet, reduce the intake of high-salt and high-fat foods, and increase fiber-rich foods such as vegetables and fruits to promote digestion. Moderate exercise such as walking and yoga can help promote intestinal peristalsis and relieve abdominal distension. Hot compresses on the abdomen can also relieve discomfort.

Abdominal distension caused by kidney stones and hydronephrosis requires prompt medical attention, and targeted treatment should be taken after the cause is identified. Comprehensive intervention with medication, surgery, and lifestyle adjustments can effectively relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence. Patients should have regular checkups and follow good living habits to maintain a healthy urinary system.