What are the symptoms of kidney failure?
Disease description:
My cousin has recently been complaining of lower back pain and frequent urination. After visiting the hospital, she was diagnosed with kidney failure. What are the symptoms of this condition?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Guang
Renal failure, as a pathological condition characterized by severe impairment of kidney function, presents with a variety of symptoms. Listed below are some common manifestations:
1. Urine output changes: Early signs may include increased nighttime urination (nocturia), followed by reduced urine output or even anuria.
2. Edema: Due to imbalances in water and sodium metabolism, patients may develop eyelid swelling, ankle swelling, or generalized edema.
3. Hypertension: Impaired kidney function affects blood pressure regulation mechanisms, leading to elevated blood pressure.
4. Nausea and vomiting: In renal failure, accumulation of toxins in the body can irritate the gastrointestinal tract, causing nausea and vomiting.
5. Cardiac complications: Long-term renal failure may lead to serious cardiac complications such as cardiac hypertrophy and heart failure.
6. Anemia: As the kidneys are unable to produce sufficient erythropoietin, patients often develop symptoms of anemia.
7. Skeletal system symptoms: Symptoms such as bone softening and bone pain may occur, which could be related to impaired regulation of calcium and phosphorus metabolism by the kidneys.
If these symptoms occur, prompt medical attention is advised.
