The kidneys are of extreme importance for our health. They detoxify and cleanse the body, filtering 10-150 quarts of blood on a daily basis.
The functions of our kidneys are numerous from eliminating excess fluids and waste, regulating the electrolyte levels, regulating the blood pressure, keeping the bones healthy and strong to the production of more red blood cells.
In case they become endangered the overall health of our bodies is at risk. Therefore it is important to recognize the body signs of kidney damage or even failure.
Urination Changes
The urination change is one of the earliest symptoms of the damaged kidney.
– Trouble urinating
– Frequent urination
– Pale color of urine
– Foamy urine
– Dark urine
– frequent night urges for urination
– Pressure during urination
Swellings
When the kidneys don’t function properly, they cannot remove the excess fluids. Therefore, swelling appear. It can manifest in swellings, bloating of the joints, limbs and the face.
Metallic Taste in the Mouth
Because the waste deposits are not properly removed in cases of kidney dysfunction, it can lead to changes in the taste of the mouth like the metallic taste and also bad breath.
Fatigue
Kidneys produce EPO (erythropoietin), which is a hormone that produces red blood cells which supply the needed oxygen for the body.
In case the number of the red cells in lowered it can lead to savvier fatigue.
Pain
Pain in the upper back is usually an indication of kidney stones or sometimes infection.
Shortness of Breath
Due to the reduced number of red blood cells in cases of damaged kidneys the delivery of oxygen is compromised which subsequently can lead to shortness of breath.
Bad Concentration and Dizziness
Because of the deficiency of oxygen in the brain, severe anemia may appear also poor concentration and focus, light-headedness, dizziness, and memory issues.
Rash of the skin
The waste buildup can be connected directly with kidney failure. Therefore, the skin gets a lot of itching and rashes. All the waste gets piled up in the blood and makes the skin look irritated, unhealthy and dry.