Can A Simple Kidney Cyst Decline Kidney Function

2015-01-24 03:18

Can a simple kidney cyst can reduced kidney function? Simple kidney cysts are often detected during an imaging test being done for another condition. Simple kidney cysts that do not cause signs or symptoms usually do not require treatment.

Simple kidney cysts do not cause declined kidney function. Simple kidney cysts are abnormal, fluid-filled sacs that form in the kidneys. Simple kidney cysts are different from the cysts that develop when a person has polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which is a genetic disorder. Simple kidney cysts are more common as people age. They usually do not harm the kidneys, enlarge the kidneys, replace their normal structure, or cause reduced kidney function like cysts do in people with PKD.

If simple kidney cysts do not cause any symptoms, treatment is not needed. You only need to monitor them with periodic ultrasounds. If the cyst is large, surgery may be needed. The surgery drains the cyst and then removes or burns away its outer tissue. This type of surgery allows for a small incision and quicker recovery.

Besides, simple kidney cyst patients should also pay attention to their diet, including water intake limitation, less salt intake, protein restriction and a good rest as well as avoiding strenuous activity.

As for a simple kidney cyst, it is usually harmless and does not cause declined kidney function. However, if you suffer from PKD, you should treat it timely. To treat PKD, we recommend Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy which is on the basis of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The Chinese herbs are micronized by special devices and are packed into two medicated bags. Patients just need to lie on the bed to take this treatment. Under the help of osmosis device, the effective substances can reach into the kidney lesions directly. They can soften cystic wall and improve the permeability of cystic wall. In this way, it can promote the excretion of cystic fluids, thus shrinking large cysts. It will reduce the damages on kidney tissues and stop further kidney damage.

Once you have kidney cysts, you should first make clear that it is a simple kidney cyst or a PKD. Then you should take proper treatment.

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