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Blood in urine
Blood in pee
Hematuria
Urine is red-brown
Blood from the urethra
Bloody urine
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What is Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
A hereditary condition where groups of cysts form mainly in the kidneys, causing them to enlarge and lose function over time. Cysts are noncancerous round sacs filled with fluid. Having numerous or large cysts can damage the kidneys.
Typical Symptoms of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- Symptoms started with lower back pain on one side only
- Blood in urine
- Kidney problem on a previous ultrasound scan
- Relatives with a history of brain aneurysms
- Family history of kidney disease
- History of kidney failure
- Abdominal bloating
- Back pain or discomfort
Diagnostic Questions for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Did you have lower back pain on one side only when your symptoms started?
- Do you have blood in your urine?
- Have you ever had any kidney ultrasound abnormalities?
- Do you have a family history of brain aneurysms?
- Any relatives with kidney disease?
Treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Treatment aims to prevent complications and relieve symptoms. Medications are used to manage high blood pressure and treat urinary tract infections. Growth hormone can help improve growth. Dialysis and transplantation are required once kidney failure occurs.
Reviewed By:
Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
Content updated on Feb 13, 2025
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