As a hereditary disease, PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) is quite difficult
to be treated well. However, it is very important for patients to knowing the
following points, which is quite important for the recovery of illness condition
during the process of treatment.
1. Keep a proper diet
PKD patients should diet properly for fear of the rapid progress of illness
condition. The intake of salt should be controlled in 2-3g per day. Foods
containing much potassium, phosphorus should not be taken much. Stick to low
fat, high vitamin and high fibre diet.
2. Keep blood pressure under control
The occurrence of high blood pressure will aggravate the damage of kidney
function. Also, high blood pressure will lead to cardiovascular diseases. Severe
complications like stroke can be triggered for PKD patients with high blood
pressure, because high blood pressure can lead to the bleeding of cerebral
hemangioma. As a result, it is very important to bring the blood pressure under
control.
3. Prevent from injury
The cysts have risk of rupture and bleeding, so no big pressure can the
abdomen bear. Pay attention not to lift heavy things. Avoid strenuous physical
activities for fear of the rupture of kidney cysts.
4. Do not catch a cold
The recurrent cold will cause great immune damage to patients with Polycystic
Kidney Disease, which will surely further aggravate the illness condition.
5. Have a good mood
Polycystic Kidney Disease is treatable, so patients should keep a good mood
and set up the confidence to fight against the disease. If patients can keep a
good mood and cooperate with doctors to make a good treatment plan, patients can
get satisfactory result.
