Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. The kidneys are two organs, each about the size of a fist, located in the upper part of a person's abdomen, toward the back. The kidneys filter wastes and extra fluid from the blood to form urine. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. 2  Autosomal dominant PKD is the most common inherited form while autosomal recessive PKD is a rare.
Alabama's Mountain Region contains the state's largest lake: Lake Guntersville. Cradled in the Appalachian foothills of northern Alabama, Lake Guntersville is located between Bridgeport and Guntersville, stretching out over 75 miles into Tennessee (near Chattanooga) and occupying 69,000 acres.
Letâs take a look at 10 of these beautiful Alabama waterfalls. 1. DeSoto Falls. flickr/pookie_NY. Located in DeSoto State Park, in the small town of Mentone (near Fort Payne), is DeSoto Falls - one of the tallest and most visited waterfalls in Alabama, with a more than 100ft plunge. After one visit to DeSoto Falls, you'll see why it's considered to be one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the South.