Kidney Failure Symptoms

KIDNEY FAILURE

DESCRIPTION

A condition in which the kidneys stop working and are not able to remove waste and extra water from the blood or keep body chemicals in balance. Acute or severe kidney failure happens suddenly and may be treated and cured.

Symptoms –

Decreased urine output

Fluid retention

Shortness of breath

Fatigue

Confusion

Nausea

Weakness

Irregular heartbeat

Chest pain or pressure

Seizures

Risk factors –

Being hospitalized

Older age

Blockage in blood vessels

Diabetes

High blood pressure

Heart failure

Kidney disease

Liver disease

Certain cancer

Diagnosis and test –

Urine output measurements

Urine test

Blood test

Imaging test

Biopsy

Treatment –

Treatment to balance the amount of fluid in your blood

Medications to control blood potassium

Medications to restore blood calcium levels

Dialysis to remove toxins from your blood