I have a 5.7 cm renal cyst on my left kidney. Worrisome?

I have the results of an abdominal ultra sound that reveals 7 simple cysts, 3 on my right and 4 on my left kidney the largest one measuring 6.20cm in diam which I can feel is there, I also have the following: large intestine diverticula, mitral valve prolapse, persistent hypertension, I had migraines in the past, minor episodes of hematuria, gallbladder removed, pancreatitis of unknown origin with no pain, altered pancreas billiary duct . I am otherwise a fairly healthy 72 year old male of the species. Is this some form of polycystic kidney disease?

All I can say is "Wow". I have had pancreatitis . It was horrible. After the antibiotics they said time to go home. No , I stood up to the physicians and my gallbladder was removed. Not a problem since. They were saying I probably was drinking or taking drugs. I do neither. It was insulting. I stand up to physicians that treat patients like they are uninformed and sometimes treat you like you do not have a brain. I find since the Pandemic it has been worse. No empathy. I would not treat others like this since you are old that you are either hard of hearing..So they speak louder and leave out things because you do not understand.Not with me or my spouse. I am his caregiver and know him better than anyone. Be your own advocate. I know you did not ask for this, I was just sharing. My spouse has been in the hospital so much in the last few years. Hugs to you and I appreciate all that you shared.

@migl Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Here is what the National Institute on Health has to say about polycystic kidney disease: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/kidney-disease/polycystic-kidney-disease/what-is-pkd#:~:text=Polycystic%20kidney%20disease%20(PKD)%20is,including%20making%20them%20much%20larger.

As far as the other findings, it sounds like a discussion with your internist might be in order, to put everything together. Has anyone else in your family been diagnosed with PKD [polycystic kidney disease]?
Ginger

No one in the family diagnosed with PKD but if today we are struggling with this given the state of science imagine the situation back then. As with everything else in medicine every provider have their own book, once graduated and after years of practice scientific curiosity may be tired I believe that if a doctor has to rub his experience on the patient something is lacking. I will continue my journey, I strongly believe I have to own my conditions. The internet provides a wealth of valuable information. Thank you for sharing.

When you get older, I believe they put you in a bucket and that’s that you really never have to say so on anything if they decide they’re not gonna listen if you go for something natural now just stay with what you’ve got!

You can always go for a second opinion and if you are on Medicare. It is really worth your time and may help you to know to keep you from worrying and guide you. You do not have to see an MD at your clinic, but check with Medicare and if you have secondary insurance. Medicare is a very helpful resource. Hope the best for you and that you find your answer. Carla

@oleander55 you’re really in a tough position—you’ve got a questionable disease, but you can’t find anyone who knows about treating it. The Mayo Clinic has several “network partner” hospitals that you can call or even make an appointment if it’s not too far away.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/care-network/network-members
You can also find a comprehensive hospital near you or a university teaching hospital. That’s what I had to do when no one in my city had ever heard of the autoimmune disease I had and desperately needed help for. They were very helpful!
What I might suggest is that you also google The National Association of Neurology Nurses. They would be able to help you in finding a doctor. I wish you the best of luck!