Kidney Disease

Affiliated Physicians: Maternal Fetal Medicine

What are the symptoms of kidney disease?

The following are the most common symptoms of kidney disease. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:

• Frequent headaches
• Fatigue
• Itchiness all over the body
• Blood in the urine
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Puffiness around eyes and/or swelling of hands and feet
• Skin may darken
• Muscle cramps or pain in small of back just below the ribs (not aggravated by movement)
• High blood pressure

The symptoms of a kidney disease may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your doctor for a diagnosis.

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