Kidney cysts (Renal Cysts) and Treatment

Kidney cysts (Renal Cysts) and Treatment What are Kidney cysts? Kidney cysts or renal cysts are sacs of fluid that form in the kidneys. They are usually characterized as "simple" cysts, meaning they have a thin wall and contain water-like fluid. Renal cysts become fairly common as people age and usually do not cause symptoms or harm. Symptoms of Kidney cysts When such renal cyst complications occur, symptoms may include: Fever Pain or tenderness between the ribs and pelvis Upper abdominal pain Changes in urinary habits Blood in the urine ( Hematuria ) Causes of Kidney cysts The cause of renal cysts is not known, although age is a major risk factor. It can be normal to have more than one simple cyst in each kidney, especially with increasing age. PKD is a genetic disorder characterized by clusters of cysts that can impair kidney function. Conventional Treatment Renal cysts generally do not ...