What are the symptoms of uremia?

Jul 01, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My older brother has been in poor health recently, with reduced urine output and weight loss; he wants to go to the hospital for an examination. May I ask, what are the symptoms of uremia?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Uremic symptoms are diverse and complex, mainly including the following aspects: 1. **Gastrointestinal symptoms**: The earliest and most common manifestations, such as nausea, vomiting, and decreased appetite. Gastrointestinal bleeding may occur in severe cases. 2. **Neurological symptoms**: Such as fatigue, dizziness, headache, memory loss, insomnia, and irritability. Convulsions and coma may appear in the late stages. 3. **Cardiovascular symptoms**: Including hypertension, arrhythmia, and heart failure, which significantly affect the patient's quality of life. 4. **Hematological symptoms**: Anemia and bleeding tendencies, such as pale skin, petechiae, and ecchymosis. 5. **Respiratory symptoms**: Deep and prolonged breathing during acidosis; in advanced stages, uremic bronchitis and pneumonia may develop. 6. **Other symptoms**: Such as edema, weight loss, bone pain, and changes in urine output, which are also common clinical manifestations in uremic patients. If suspected, prompt medical consultation and diagnosis are recommended.