Is a ureterocele serious?

Ureteral cyst is a disease that seriously endangers people's health. If not treated in time, it will cause difficulty in urination and may even induce infection and lead to the formation of stones.

【1】It is a congenital cystic dilatation of the lower end of the ureter, which bulges into the bladder or posterior urethra. The surface of the cyst is covered with bladder mucosa, and the inner layer is ureteral mucosa. The cysts are spherical, elongated or flat and vary in size. It is a common disease in children.

【2】Large ureteroceles may block the bladder neck or posterior urethra, causing dysuria and complications such as infection and stones. If the cyst obstructs the ureteral orifice for a long time, it may cause reflux hydroureter and hydronephrosis.

【3】Dietary considerations for patients with ureterocele

Drink plenty of water, more than 1500~2000 ml per day. Drinking water can increase urine volume, which has a "flushing" and cleansing effect on the infected urinary tract. Eating a variety of vegetables and fruits, because they are rich in vitamin C and carotene, are beneficial to the subsidence of inflammation and the repair of urinary tract epithelial cells. Most vegetables and fruits have the effect of clearing heat and promoting diuresis, such as watermelon, wax gourd, cabbage, pear, etc., and are important auxiliary dietary therapy methods. Avoid spicy and irritating foods such as leeks, onions, garlic, and pepper. Avoid eating warm foods such as mutton, dog meat, rabbit meat and other greasy foods to avoid aggravating inflammation. Avoid smoking and drinking, as alcohol can aggravate or cause recurrence of urinary tract infections.