Can nephritis be cured? How long can one live with it?
Feb 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xinju
Introduction
Nephritis is divided into acute nephritis and chronic nephritis. Acute nephritis is caused by streptococcal infection and can be cured; with appropriate treatment, the majority of cases recover completely without affecting lifespan. Chronic nephritis, however, cannot be彻底 cured. In the early stages, however, it can be managed under the guidance of a specialist physician using medication to prevent further deterioration of kidney function.
Nephritis is divided into acute nephritis and chronic nephritis. Acute nephritis is caused by streptococcal infection and can be cured. With symptomatic treatment, the majority of cases recover completely, and it does not affect life expectancy.
Chronic nephritis cannot be completely cured, but during the early stage, medical intervention under the guidance of a specialist doctor can help prevent further deterioration of kidney function. As long as the disease has not progressed to uremia, its impact on life expectancy is relatively small.
In the early stages of chronic nephritis, blood pressure can be controlled using medications such as ACE inhibitors (ACEI) or angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) to reduce urinary protein, thereby achieving long-term stability of kidney function. If creatinine and urea levels rise rapidly or if urinary protein quantification is high, a kidney biopsy should be performed to determine the pathological type, followed by treatment with corticosteroids or immunosuppressants.
Additionally, patients should ensure adequate rest, avoid fatigue and infections, minimize consumption of barbecued foods, restrict intake of foods high in phosphorus and potassium, and appropriately supplement calcium and iron. They should also avoid spicy and irritating foods and follow a low-fat diet. It is advisable to consume more protein rich in essential amino acids, such as eggs, milk, and lean meat.
