Question
What is Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
Answer
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) is a kidney disease characterized by the formation of nephrotic syndrome in the kidney glomeruli. According to the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) classification, the disease can be classified from I to VI degrees, with I degree representing minimal changes, II degree representing mesangial proliferation, III degree representing focal and diffuse proliferation or sclerosis, and IV degree representing nephrotic syndrome with more than 75% nephrotic changes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) pathological grading system, the disease can be graded from I to IV, with I grade including minimal changes and focal segmental hypertrophy, II grade including mild diffuse proliferative glomerulonephritis, III grade including moderate focal proliferative glomerulonephritis, and IV grade including severe diffuse proliferative glomerulonephritis. The treatment for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) includes both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. Western medicine treatment primarily involves the use of corticosteroids, but these have significant side effects and limited treatment efficacy. Dialysis is a method for treating uremia and renal failure, but long-term use can lead to the gradual shrinkage and failure of the kidneys and other organs. Ultimately, patients may need kidney transplantation, but the survival rate of the transplanted kidneys is also limited. Prevention of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) involves avoiding contact with various factors that may induce the disease, such as avoiding foods that may induce allergic nephrotic syndrome, such as fish, shrimp, crab, pollen, and cow’s milk. Additionally, it is important to keep warm and prevent colds, exercise regularly to enhance physical strength. After illness, patients should rest in bed and avoid excessive fatigue, control sexual activity, and abstain from smoking.