Patient's question:
I have polycystic kidney disease. After the divorce, I have always wanted to get pregnant but was too afraid. My ex-husband really wants a child. I don't know if I can have children. I want to ask if polycystic kidney disease can lead to pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Patients with polycystic kidney disease are not recommended to have children. Polycystic kidney disease is a congenital, hereditary disease that can be passed down through generations, often accompanied by polycystic liver disease. Children have approximately a 50% chance of inheriting the disease. It is advised that patients rest, avoid smoking, and avoid drinking tea, coffee, and alcoholic beverages. Chocolate should also be avoided. When hypertension is present, a low-sodium diet is recommended, and a low-protein diet should be followed in the late stages of the disease. If polycystic kidney disease is confirmed, it can be married under the guidance of a doctor, depending on the situation. If a woman chooses to have children, she should make a cautious decision.