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CKD Symptoms

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) occurs when the kidneys do not properly filter waste, toxins, and excess fluids from the body. CKD progresses through 5 stages and may eventually lead to end stage renal disease or kidney failure if not properly managed. While CKD often does not cause symptoms in early stages, later stages can result in fatigue, swelling, and changes in urination as the kidneys struggle to filter blood. The best way to understand kidney health is by asking a doctor for a blood test to measure kidney function.

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CKD Symptoms

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) occurs when the kidneys do not properly filter waste, toxins, and excess fluids from the body. CKD progresses through 5 stages and may eventually lead to end stage renal disease or kidney failure if not properly managed. While CKD often does not cause symptoms in early stages, later stages can result in fatigue, swelling, and changes in urination as the kidneys struggle to filter blood. The best way to understand kidney health is by asking a doctor for a blood test to measure kidney function.

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CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition that occurs when your kidneys don’t work as well as they
should to filter waste, toxins, and excess fluids from your body. The word "chronic" means that the
condition is ongoing and will require long-term medical care to look after your health. Kidney disease
progresses in 5 stages and may eventually lead to end stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. The
goal of treating CKD is to best manage your health at every stage, which can help slow progression and
keep your kidneys functioning as long as possible. At ESRD, treatment options for kidney failure include a
kidney transplant or dialysis, which can help people live well for decades.

What are the signs or symptoms of kidney disease?


Kidney disease is hard to detect early because many people do not experience symptoms until the later
stages. CKD symptoms and signs may include changes in urination, fatigue, itching, back pain, or swelling
of your hands or feet. The best way to understand your kidney health is by requesting a blood test from
your doctor to measure your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). Your eGFR is a measurement of
how well your kidneys function to filter waste, toxins, and excess fluid from your body. Knowing your
eGFR will help your doctor determine if you have kidney disease and what stage of kidney disease you
may be in.

Changes in urination - Healthy kidneys help filter blood to create urine. When the kidneys don’t function
well, urination issues may occur such as needing to urinate more often or seeing blood in your urine. You
may also experience urine that’s foamy or bubbly—which could be an early sign that protein is getting
into your urine due to damaged kidneys.

Fatigue - Reduced kidney function can lead to a buildup of toxins in the blood that causes you to have a
lack of energy or feel overwhelmingly tired. CKD may also cause anemia, which can make you feel tired
or weak due to having too few red blood cells.

Itching - Dry and itchy skin may be a sign that you have an imbalance of minerals and nutrients in your
blood due to kidneydisease. Itching is often caused by high blood levels of phosphorus.

Swelling in your hands, legs, or feet - When your kidneys aren’t removing excess fluid and sodium from
your body, swelling (also known as edema) may occur in your feet or other lower extremities.

Shortness of breath - Extra fluid can build up in your lungs when your kidneys aren't removing enough
fluid, which may cause you to beshort of breath. CKD-induced anemia, which is a shortage of oxygen
carrying red blood cells, may also cause breathlessness.
Pain in the small of your back - You may experience localized pain near your kidneys that doesn't change
or that becomes worse when you move or stretch. The kidneys are located on either side of your spine in
your lower back, and kidney problems can cause pain in this area. Back pain may also be due to an
infection or blockage of the kidneys, which can lead to kidney damage.

Decreased appetite - A buildup of toxins due to impaired kidney function may cause you to lose your
appetite, whether because you feel full or too sick or tired to eat.

Puffiness around your eyes - Protein leaking into your urine as a result of kidney damage may cause
persistent puffiness around the eyes, an early sign of kidney disease.

Abnormal levels of phosphorus, calcium, or vitamin D - Impaired kidney function can cause electrolyte
imbalances, such as low calcium levels or high phosphorus, that may lead to muscle cramping.

Abnormal urine test - High amounts of protein in your urine, called proteinurea, can be a sign of kidney
disease. Healthy kidneys filter out waste and fluid, letting protein return to the blood. When the kidneys
don’t function correctly, protein leaks into your urine.

High blood pressure - Excess fluid and sodium build up as a result of kidney disease can cause you to
have higher blood pressure. High blood pressure can also damage the blood vessels in the kidneys and
lead to a worsening of kidney disease over time.

How do CKD symptoms progress?


Symptoms of CKD develop slowly over time. Many people in the earlier stages (stages 1 and 2) of kidney
disease do not experience symptoms at all and may require testing to receive a diagnosis. You’re more
likely to experience symptoms in the later stages or end stage of kidney disease (stages 3, 4, and 5).

Are symptoms of kidney disease different in men and women?


Although they both may experience the same symptoms, CKD may progress differently in men and
women. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and kidney infections are more common in women, which may
cause kidney disease to develop. In general, women have a greater risk for CKD, whereas men may
progress to end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure faster. Both men and women can lower
their risk of kidney disease by maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar, and living a healthy
lifestyle.

SOURCE: https://www.freseniuskidneycare.com/kidney-disease/ckd/symptoms

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