Sep 5, 2023 · Sept. 4 is Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Awareness Day, and while it is the most common form of genetic kidney disease, you may not know much about it. Here are 10 facts about PKD to help you understand this disease.

Aug 12, 2014 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys, leading to kidney damage and failure. Learn about symptoms, risks, and treatments.

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a chronic, genetic disease causing uncontrolled growth of fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys, often leading to kidney failure. With 600,000 Americans and millions worldwide living with PKD today, chances are high that you know someone with the …

On September 4th every year, we recognize PKD Awareness Day to spread the word about polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Will you raise your voice with us? What is PKD? Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a chronic, genetic disease causing uncontrolled growth of fluid-filled cysts in …

Sep 1, 2020 · To raise awareness of PKD, it’s important people know the basics of the disease. There are two types of polycystic kidney disease (PKD): autosomal dominant (ADPKD) and autosomal recessive (ARPKD). Let’s break down the difference.

May 8, 2024 · While polycystic kidney disease (PKD) affects millions of lives worldwide, yet its awareness often remains overshadowed by more well-known health concerns. Every September 4, PKD Awareness Day... Read More

Aug 27, 2024 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a condition in which clusters of cysts grow in the body, mainly in the kidneys. Over time, the cysts may cause the kidneys to get bigger and stop working. PKD is most often passed through families.

Polycystic Kidney Disease is the most common genetic, life threatening disease affecting more than 600,000 Americans and an estimated 12.5 million people worldwide – regardless of sex, age, race or ethnic origin.

What is Polycystic Kidney Disease (“PKD”)? PKD is a genetic condition that results in cysts on the kidneys with a 50% chance of being passed on to children. As the cysts grow, normal kidney function is impacted and often results in kidney failure …

In honour of PKD Awareness Day - September 4th - here are 33 things to know about polycystic kidney disease. It’s a Genetic Disorder: PKD is inherited, meaning it runs in families and has a 50% chance of being passed on to the next generation.