Polycystic kidney disease/cancer

Question 1

what is polycystic kidney disease?

Answer 1

genetic disorder where fluid filled cysts develop in nephrons

Question 2

What are the s/s of PKD

Answer 2

abdominal or flank pain
nocturia
hematuria
kidney stone formation
infections

Question 3

what are the signs of a ruptured cyst?

Answer 3

sharp intermittent pain
bright red or cola colored urine

Question 4

What is the early sign of renal cell carcinoma?

Answer 4

intermittent painless hematuria

Question 5

Who is at more risk for renal cell carcinoma?

Answer 5

men

Question 6

what are late signs of renal cell carcinoma?

Answer 6

weight loss
flank pain
palpable mass
gross hematuria