Question
A patient inquires about which treatment method, traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine, is more suitable for treating their kidney disease that has not healed for four years.
Answer
It is recommended to opt for Western medicine treatment, as it allows for pathological examinations and targeted treatments based on the examination results and disease stage. Additionally, the patient should regularly check their blood urea nitrogen and creatinine levels, and undergo ultrasound examinations to monitor the condition of both kidneys. Furthermore, the patient should keep a record of urine output and maintain blood pressure around 130/80 to slow down the deterioration of kidney function.