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Posted on Mon, 15 Feb 2021
Question: Hi Dr., This is Phani XXXXXXX 32yrs old. I am suffering from ADPKD. I have made health check and found my cysts size is increased. Do I need to take any extra care a part from taking Tablets for Blood Pressure. Also we are trying for children are we good to go or is there anything I should take care about.
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Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (2 days later)
Brief Answer:
Chances of Getting ADPKD is 50% for your Children.

Detailed Answer:
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There is no specific treatment for ADPKD.For rapidly progressive kidney disease,Tolvaptan is used which reduces the cysts size.
You should continue taking treatment for Hypertension.
Chances of getting ADPKD is 50% for your child.You can consult a Genetic expert regarding this.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further
Wish you good health and speedy recovery
Regards
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Dr. Hari Charan Perigela

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Hi Dr., This Is Phani XXXXXXX 32yrs Old. I Am

Brief Answer: Chances of Getting ADPKD is 50% for your Children. Detailed Answer: Hi There is no specific treatment for ADPKD.For rapidly progressive kidney disease,Tolvaptan is used which reduces the cysts size. You should continue taking treatment for Hypertension. Chances of getting ADPKD is 50% for your child.You can consult a Genetic expert regarding this. Nothing to worry. Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further Wish you good health and speedy recovery Regards