What is Polycystic Kidney Disease PKD

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a progressive, genetic disorder of the kidneys. It occurs in humans and other organisms. PKD is characterised by the presence of multiple cysts (...

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Does anyone else cramp when they drain with pd?
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I started peritoneal dialysis back in February, and I cramp when I drain and sometimes when I fill. I've tried the cycler, but it wakes me up from cramping even on tidal. Am I not drinking enough?
Posted on 04/07/08, 03:04 pm
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Reply #1 - 04/13/08  6:04pm
" My dad does pd and I know if he takes out too much liquid he cramps bad watch how much water u take out if u can good luck. "
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Reply #2 - 04/14/08  8:13pm
" TALK TO YOUR DR. YOU MAY BE LOSING TOO MUCH POTASSIUS AND NEED SALT.DRINKING PROPER COMBO OF ELECTROLTES IMPORTANT. "
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