23 Strange Signs Your Kidneys Might Be in Trouble
Kidney disease can be surprisingly difficult to notice. Early chronic kidney disease often causes no symptoms at all, so symptoms alone cannot reliably tell you whether your kidneys are healthy. Blood and urine testing is often necessary. NIDDK+1
Possible signs—particularly when persistent or occurring together—include:
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Swollen ankles, feet, or legs
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Puffiness around the eyes
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Foamy or unusually bubbly urine
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Blood in the urine
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Urinating more often than usual
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Waking repeatedly at night to urinate
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Producing much less urine
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Persistent fatigue
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Weakness
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Poor appetite
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Nausea or vomiting
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Unexplained weight loss
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Persistent itching
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Dry or unusually darkened skin
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Muscle cramps
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Numbness or tingling
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Trouble concentrating
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Sleep problems
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Headaches
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Shortness of breath
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Chest discomfort or pain
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Changes in taste or an unpleasant/metallic taste
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Confusion or difficulty thinking clearly
