Surgery to remove a kidney may be needed if long-term abdominal pain occurs. Other treatment may be needed for liver disease . Sometimes, surgery is needed to treat any abnormal brain arteries, or cerebral aneurysms . Kidney infections are common and are treated with antibiotics. Other treatments may also be needed in some cases.
Side effects depend on the treatments used.
For example, medication for high blood pressure may cause fatigue , allergic reactions , or erectile dysfunction . Antibiotics can cause stomach upset, allergic reactions , and other effects. Surgery carries a risk of bleeding, infection, and allergic reaction to anesthesia . Dialysis has many side effects, including infection, salt imbalances , and weakness . Treatment usually lasts for life, because polycystic kidney disease cannot be cured and usually gets worse over time.