Patient's question:
The patient is 35 years old. Over the past two months, I've been experiencing severe lower back pain and have had no strength at all. Swelling has reappeared on my body, as if I've been beaten. My hands and feet are constantly being commanded, accompanied by frequent urination and urgency, along with high fever that comes and goes. The urine is cloudy. I went to a good local hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). I am very worried. What should I pay attention to in the diet for polycystic kidney disease?Doctor's answer:
Polycystic kidney disease is common in women, mostly congenital. Dietary considerations should include avoiding alcoholic beverages, especially strong liquor, as this is particularly important for patients with polycystic kidney disease, which is common and congenital. The diet should avoid alcohol due to its to the kidneys, as it can affect the activity of polycystic proteins and accelerate cyst growth. Boiled foods, specifically those that have undergone bacterial fermentation, such as fermented tofu () and smelly eggs (), should be avoided, as consuming these can promote faster cyst growth.