Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is the fourth leading cause of kidney
failure, a major cause of death throughout the world. Diagnosis of PKD is not
necessarily a death sentence. There are options for PKD patient. The PKD patient
can make the difference. Through the following suggestions can help you prolong
you life expectancy.
Be in a good mood and set up the confidence of fighting against this disease.
Although we can not alter the genes, we can control the growth of kidney cysts.
Therefore, do not be desperate. A cheerful emotion can improve the immunity. On
the other hand, do not neglect this disease, and you should cope with the
doctors to seek for an effective treatment.
Take medicines scientifically. About half patients will present high blood
pressure for Polycystic Kidney Disease patients. The occurrence of high blood
pressure will aggravate the kidney function. In addition, urinary tract
infections should be taken antibiotics to control them. Hematuria should also be
coped with by certain medicines.
Diet properly. Do not consume salty, spicy and polluted foods. When patients
present kidney function decline, patients should limit their intake of bean
product and avoid taking fat foods. Some patients who have high blood pressure
or swelling should watch their salt intake.
Do not overwork. Patients should have a good rest in their daily life. Avoid
taking strenuous physical activities and prevent from abdominal trauma. Do not
wear belt any more when the cysts are very large for fear of the cysts rupture.
Take regular checks about half a year (including blood pressure, urine routine,
kidney function or B ultrasound).
Prevent from infections. The urinary tract infections are very common in
women patients. Before sexual life, it is better for patients to have two pills
of norfloxacin.
To prolong your life expectancy, the most important step is to receive
treatment to shrink the cysts and repair the damaged kidneys. Need more
information, please contact with our online medical staff.
