Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Support Group

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 (polycystic) in both kidneys. The disease can also damage the liver, pancreas and rarely the heart and brain.

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Potasium

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What do you know about potasium?
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I already know that it is related to sodium in a ratio in the kidney.

I know about dialysis patients avoiding foods with potassium (eg. bananas..).

I know that if you eat food high in potassium, you will crave food high in sodium (the "junk food" effect).
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