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Medullary Sponge Kidney is a condition of the kidneys. Cysts form in the collecting ducts and the tubular structures within the kidneys (tubules) that collect urine. Some symptoms include blood in the urine, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections.
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Top 5 symptoms reported by people with medullary sponge kidney*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for medullary sponge kidney*
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Medullary Sponge Kidney is a condition of the kidneys. Cysts form in the collecting ducts and the tubular structures within the kidneys (tubules) that collect urine. Some symptoms include blood in the urine, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections.
Common symptoms reported by people with medullary sponge kidney
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for medullary sponge kidney
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