High blood pressure and kidney cyst are commonly seen in the elderly. Well, what are the connections? Are there some treatments to lower blood pressure in people with kidney cyst?

Connections between renal cyst and hypertension

To be honest, high blood pressure and kidney cyst can affect each other. And it has been testified that elevated blood pressure will cause damage to the kidneys and stimulate the growth of fluid-filled sac.

As for kidney cyst, they are mostly benign and asymptomatic in the early stages. However, the cysts will increase both in sizes and numbers with time. Then the surrounding renal tissues and structures will be influenced by the enlarged kidney, as a result, a drop in kidney function occurs. Kidneys are responsible for the adjustment of blood pressure, so, high blood pressure is more likely to occur in people with this disorder.

How to lower high blood pressure in kidney cyst patients?

▲ Limit the intake of salt strictly, stay away from salted products, processed foods, etc as much as possible. In general, the amount of salt can be controlled within 2-3g per day.

▲ Take some moderate exercises like walking, jogging, Tai Chi and so on. The time can be controlled within 20-30 minutes and the frequency 3-5 times a week.

▲ Take anti-hypertensive drugs as prescribed, mostly, drugs like ACE Inhibitors and ARBs can be good choices, because they can not help lower blood pressure but also protect kidney function.

▲ Chinese herbal medicine to shrink the cysts and improve kidney function. Here, a natural remedy named Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy can be such a good choice. Once renal function is improved, high blood pressure can be treated well. For detailed information, please email us renal-disease@hotmail.com or click the Free Online Doctor directly!