@damilola_osuolale: Found a kidney cyst? 😬Here’s when you should actually start worrying! What to know: Many people panic when they hear kidney cyst, but most are harmless. They’re just fluid-filled sacs that can form on the kidneys. 1. Simple cysts ✅ • Small and harmless • Usually found by accident during a scan • Rarely affect kidney function 2. Complicated cysts ⚠️ • Can be larger • May cause pain or bleeding • Need monitoring or treatment 3. Signs you should NOT ignore 🚨 • Persistent back or side pain • Blood in urine • Frequent UTIs • Abdominal swelling • High blood pressure that’s hard to control 4. Monitoring & prevention 💚 • Do routine scans if you have risk factors • Manage blood pressure and blood sugar • Stay hydrated • Avoid unnecessary medications that stress the kidneys Friendly reminder: Don’t panic if a cyst is found, but don’t ignore it….Early detection protects your kidneys…. ——-YOUR KIDNEY KAPTAIN 💙 #kidneycyst #kidneydisease #kidneykaptain