What symptoms does hydronephrosis in pregnant women present?
Disease description:
I’m five months pregnant and have been diagnosed with mild hydronephrosis, but my baby is developing normally. What symptoms are associated with hydronephrosis in pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Qin Fengjin
A 5-months-pregnant woman with hydronephrosis typically presents clinically with distending pain in the renal area. If complicated by inflammatory infection, additional symptoms may include urinary frequency, urgency, dysuria, and fever. Hydronephrosis is commonly caused by various factors, including inflammatory infection, renal calculi, or other kidney diseases. It is essential to promptly seek evaluation and diagnosis at a reputable, public Grade-A tertiary hospital’s Department of Nephrology to identify the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment from a specialist—delaying care may worsen the condition. During treatment, the pregnancy must be carefully considered to avoid adverse effects on normal fetal growth and development.
