by Sydney Johnston | Feb 24, 2022 | Living with PKD
Published on February 22, 2022 | In living with PKD, a healthy diet and regular exercise are important aspects in managing PKD. But there’s one factor that can make daily life challenging—fatigue. That overwhelming feeling of exhaustion can be frustrating and...
by Sydney Johnston | Feb 14, 2022 | Living with PKD
Published on February 14, 2022 | Retired nephrologist Greg Zollner, M.D., knows the ins and outs of kidneys. So, imagine his shock when a routine day in the office ended with his own surprise ADPKD diagnosis. In honor of National Donor Day, Greg’s sharing his...
by Sydney Johnston | Jan 11, 2022 | Education, Living with PKD
Published on January 11, 2021 | When you have PKD, your kidneys aren’t the only organs involved. Many people also have issues with their digestive systems. These are just a few links between PKD and common GI issues. Liver Cysts About 80% of people with PKD...
by Sydney Johnston | Oct 5, 2021 | Knowledge, Living with PKD
Published on October 5, 2021 | Anyone can get a urinary tract infection (UTI), but having PKD can increase your risk of UTIs. One reason is that kidney cysts are prone to infection, allowing bacteria to build up and affect the urinary tract. Symptoms of UTIs include...
by Sydney Johnston | Sep 8, 2021 | Education, Living with PKD
Published on September 7, 2021 | What’s the connection between oral hygiene and kidneys? Many people with chronic kidney disease also have gum (or periodontal) disease. The good news is that increased attention to dental hygiene can keep your teeth, gums, and...
by Sydney Johnston | Mar 11, 2021 | Awareness, Living with PKD
Published on March 11, 2021 | Established in 2006, World Kidney Day, the second Thursday in March, is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of our kidneys. Kidneys are crucial in removing toxins and excess water from your blood, helping...
