Polycystic Kidney Syndrome and Flank Pain

Flank pain is a condition in which pain is felt between the back and the upper portion of the abdomen. There are many causes of this condition. It may indicate a problem with the kidneys, particularly if this symptom is accompanied by fever, chills, blood in urine and frequent urination. Polycystic Kidney Syndrome can cause flank pain.

Polycystic Kidney Disease refers to a condition in which numerous cysts or fluid-filled sacs grow within the kidneys. The disease can also lead to cysts to develop in other parts of the body. It is a severe condition that is characterized by pain in the flank region.
This problem is associated with the development of cysts in the kidneys that cause the kidneys to enlarge. The enlarged kidneys oppress around organs and tissues, leading to the occurrence of flank pain.
Besides, the burst of cysts can cause hemorrhage and infections of the body. These infections will cause renal tissue to swell, stretching the renal capsule, thus leading to persistent pain in the flank.

How to manage flank pain in Polycystic Kidney Syndrome?
Doctors may analyze the patient's condition and recommed suitable treatment options that may involve the use of advanced medical technologies such as Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy and Immunotherapy, which can shrink the renal cysts naturally and restore the kidney function, respectively.

In addition, making certain lifestyle-related changes to avoid cysts rupture will also prove beneficial. Here are some guidelines on how to prevent the burst of Polycystic Kidney Syndrome cysts:
▪ Keep away from coffee and cola. They have caffeine that may increase the risk of rupture of kidney cyst.
▪ Avoid strenuous exercises that may need much body contact, such as basketball, rugby, and wrestling, etc.
▪ Protect the patients from being affected by a cold or infection.
▪ Give up smoking and stop drinking alcoholic beverages, as both of them contribute to the cysts enlargement and induce the cyst hemorrhage.