Possible signs of kidney problems
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Changes in urination — going much more or less often than usual.
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Foamy or unusually bubbly urine — especially when persistent, which can indicate protein in the urine.
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Blood in the urine — pink, red, or cola-colored urine.
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Swelling — particularly around the ankles, feet, legs, hands, or eyes.
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Persistent fatigue or weakness — kidney disease can contribute to anemia.
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Loss of appetite or nausea.
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Itching without an obvious skin cause.
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Muscle cramps or weakness.
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Difficulty concentrating or unusual drowsiness in more advanced kidney disease.
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Shortness of breath, particularly when fluid builds up.
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High blood pressure that is difficult to control.
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Unexplained weight changes, especially rapid weight gain from fluid retention.
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Dry, itchy skin in more advanced disease.
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Metallic taste or ammonia-like breath can occur with significant kidney dysfunction.
Many people with early chronic kidney disease have no symptoms at all. That’s why blood and urine testing is particularly important for people at higher risk, including those with diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or a family history of kidney disease
