The kidneys are often an underrated organ in the human body. They tend to work throughout our lifetime without giving us any real problem but when they do have issues, they can be severe and even life-threatening. The kidneys are responsible for detoxifying and cleaning the blood of the body and producing urine.
Kidneys work tirelessly to remove excess fluid and waste from the human body, to regulate our blood pressure and to keep our electrolytes in balance. They also help to support our bone health, balance our red blood cell numbers and in a nutshell, keep us alive. When issues occur, it is important to identify and take care of them immediately.
From the moment that the kidneys become compromised, our life is at risk. Fortunately, there are some symptoms of kidney disorders that can tip us to the fact that a problem exists. Here are 8 of those symptoms.
1. Fatigue: erythropoietin is produced by healthy kidneys. It is the hormone that increases your red blood cell numbers. Having low red blood cell counts could lead to fatigue along with problems with the brain and muscles. It is a similar problem with anemia.
2. Pain: when you have pain near the area of the kidneys, it is a common sign of a urinary tract infection or kidney stones.
3. Dizziness and poor concentration: both severe anemia and kidney failure can lead to a lack of oxygen to the brain. This can affect your concentration and cause memory problems along with dizziness.
4. Metallic taste: when waste accumulates in the blood, it can lead to bad breath and a metallic taste in the mouth. Poor appetite may also be a sign of kidney damage.
5. Skin rashes: when waste accumulates in the blood, the skin could get irritated and dry. Using lotions or creams will not solve the issue because it is internal.
6. Shortness of breath: toxic buildup in the lungs can lead to a low red blood cell count and reduce the amount of oxygen in the body. This often leads to a shortness of breath.
7. Swelling: when excess fluid stay trapped in the body, it can lead to swelling in the limbs, joints and face.
8. Changes in the urine: the most common signs include the following
Trouble urinating
Pressure during urinating
Urge to urinate during the night
Foamy urine
Pale colour, frequent urination, and in large amounts
Dark urine, less frequent urinating and urinating in small
amounts
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