Cysts can form in the kidney for many reasons, and most such cysts are benign (non-cancerous). However, in some instances a cyst may become enlarged to the point that it causes pain, obstructs the ...

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a family of genetic disorders that causes clusters of cysts to form on the kidney, is among the most common genetic disorders, affecting some 500,000 people in the ...

Kidney disease is becoming more common in women, and catching it early is key to effective treatment. Our expert explains the ...

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder whereby a large number of cysts develop primarily within the kidneys, but also in other organs. PKD can be autosomal dominant (one mutated ...

Kidney disease can have serious consequences if left unmanaged. However, early detection, a healthy lifestyle, and preventive ...

“Because I did the full body scan, they were able to see my entire insides [and that] something was on my kidney.” He further explained that he had a cyst on his kidney and that it needed to ...