What kind of disease will hydronephrosis and renal cyst cause and what medicine should be taken?

Hydronephrosis and renal cysts may lead to decreased renal function, infection, and more serious renal damage, and medication or other treatments, such as antibiotics, diuretics, or renal protective agents, must be selected based on the specific situation.

1. Possible development of hydronephrosis and renal cysts

Hydronephrosis refers to the excessive accumulation of urine in the kidneys, which may be caused by urinary tract obstruction, stones, tumors, etc., while renal cysts refer to the presence of fluid sacs in the kidneys, which are common in cystic kidney disease or aging-related causes. If left untreated for a long time, these two conditions may lead to:

Decreased renal function: Urine accumulation or enlarged cysts compress renal tissue, which can damage the filtration function of the renal tubules and glomeruli, gradually leading to chronic kidney disease or uremia.

Risk of infection: Urine retention may increase the risk of bacterial infection, manifested by symptoms such as fever, chills, and difficulty urinating. If spread, it may cause acute pyelonephritis or sepsis.

Renal damage or atrophy: Long-term hydronephrosis or giant cysts may cause irreversible damage to the kidneys and even lead to atrophy of the renal parenchyma.

2. Treatment methods and recommended medications

Antibiotics: If there is an infection, antibiotics should be selected according to the pathogen. For example, for pyelonephritis, fluoroquinolone levofloxacin or cephalosporin ceftriaxone can be used.

Diuretics: For mild hydronephrosis, diuretics such as furosemide can be used under the guidance of a doctor to enhance urine excretion and relieve symptoms of hydronephrosis.

Kidney-protective agents: If kidney damage has occurred, kidney-protective drugs such as astragalus preparations, irbesartan, etc. can be taken under professional guidance to reduce kidney damage and protect kidney function.

3. Non-drug assisted treatment

Dietary adjustments: A low-salt diet can reduce the burden on the kidneys, and avoid foods rich in oxalic acid and purines such as spinach and animal offal.

Surgical treatment: Severe hydronephrosis requires surgery such as pyeloplasty to relieve obstruction, while for giant cysts, puncture drainage or cyst unroofing can be selected to prevent compression of renal tissue.

Lifestyle adjustments: Drink more water to promote urine dilution, have regular physical examinations to monitor kidney condition, avoid fatigue and high-risk drugs such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Both hydronephrosis and renal cysts may threaten kidney health. You should follow your doctor's advice and take medication based on your individual situation. If you find abnormal symptoms, you should see a doctor as soon as possible to find out the cause and develop a personalized treatment plan to prevent worsening of the condition or complications.