10 non-obvious symptoms of kidney disease. Don’t ignore!

Fatigue, problems with concentration and sleep, dry skin and dark circles under the eyes are some of the non-obvious symptoms that may indicate kidney disease. We often ignore them, misinterpret and attribute to other ailments. However, this can lead to the advancement of the disease and, in extreme cases, to the fact that the kidneys stop working.

1. More than 37 million American adults suffer from kidney disease. Most of them don’t know about it
2. The risk of kidney disease increases with age and, among other things, high blood pressure as well as diabetes
3. Fatigue, problems with concentration and sleep, dry skin and dark circles under the eyes are not obvious symptoms of kidney diseases
4. More current information can be found on the Onet homepage.

Disease symptoms are often confused with other conditions

Many of the symptoms of kidney disease are attributed to other conditions. Many diseases of this organ also proceed without clear symptoms until it is in a serious stage. Then the kidneys stop working and a large amount of protein appears in the urine. Dr.Joseph Vassalotti, chief physician of the US National Nephrology Foundation, explains that this is one reason why only 10% people with chronic kidney disease know they have it.

He also points out in a statement on the foundation’s website that although specialized tests are needed to diagnose kidney disease, there are 10 symptoms that may indicate it.

If you are at risk of kidney disease due to high blood pressure, diabetes, and a family history of kidney failure, or you are over 60, it is important to have annual preventive examinations. In case of disturbing symptoms, consult your doctor.

10 non-obvious symptoms of kidney disease

1. Fatigue, loss of energy, problems with concentration

Severe deterioration in kidney function can lead to a build-up of toxins and pollutants in the blood. This can make you tired, weak and difficult to concentrate. Another complication of kidney disease is anemia, which also leads to these types of symptoms.

2. Sleep problems

When the kidneys fail to filter properly, the toxins remain in the blood. They are not excreted in urine. This can make it difficult to sleep. There is also a link between obesity and chronic kidney disease. Sleep apnea is also more common in people with chronic kidney disease compared to the general population.

3. Dry, itchy skin

Healthy kidneys take on many important tasks. They remove toxins and excess fluid from the body. They help in the formation of red blood cells. They ensure that the bones are strong. They also maintain the right amount of minerals in the blood. Dry and itchy skin can be a sign of mineral and nutrient deficiencies in the blood, and this is often associated with advanced kidney disease.

4. Frequent urination

If you feel the need to urinate more often, especially at night, it could be a sign of kidney disease, which is having trouble filtering properly. Sometimes it can also be a sign of a urinary tract infection or an enlarged prostate in men.

5. Blood in the urine

Healthy kidneys usually keep blood cells in the body while filtering waste and producing urine. However, when this function is damaged, blood cells may begin to “leak” into the urine. In addition, blood in the urine may indicate cancer, kidney stones, or an infection.

6. Urine foams

Excessive bubbles in the urine – especially those that need to be rinsed several times before they drain – indicate protein in the urine. This may resemble the discharge you observe while ovulating, as the common protein found in your urine – albumin – is the same protein found in your eggs.

7. Persistent swelling around the eyes

Protein in the urine is an early sign of a disturbance in the kidney’s filtering function, which affects the passage of protein into the urine. The swelling around the eyes may be due precisely to the fact that the kidneys excrete a large amount of protein in the urine instead of keeping it in the body.

8. Swollen ankles and feet

Poor kidney function can lead to sodium retention, causing swelling in the feet and ankles. Lower limb swelling can also be a sign of heart disease, liver disease, and chronic leg venous problems.

9. Poor appetite

This is a very general symptom, but one cause may be a build-up of toxins due to impaired kidney function.

10. Muscle contraction

Electrolyte imbalance may be due to reduced kidney function. For example, low calcium and poorly controlled phosphorus can contribute to muscle cramps.

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