Every day, our brain processes tons of information and our body performs thousands of actions. Because of the frenzied pace of life, it is very easy not to notice the signals for help that the body sends. And ignoring health problems can lead to serious consequences.
Delta-Feed has compiled a list of signs that indicate that your kidneys are not working properly.
10-Sleep problems :
When your kidneys do not function properly, toxins are not eliminated
from the body through urine and remain in the blood. Increased levels of
toxins cause insomnia. Therefore, if you do not sleep well, there is a
possibility of kidney problems.
Be careful: People with chronic kidney disease are more likely to suffer
from sleep apnea. This is a disorder that causes the cessation of
pulmonary ventilation during sleep for more than 10 seconds. After each
pause, normal breathing returns with a loud snort. Continuous strong
snoring signals that you should consult a doctor.
9-Headaches, fatigue, and general weakness :
Healthy and properly functioning kidneys synthesize vitamin D in our
body to strengthen bones and produce the hormone erythropoietin. It
plays an important role in the formation of red blood cells. When the
kidneys function poorly, they produce less erythropoietin. A decrease in
the level of red blood cells, which carry oxygen in the blood, leads to
fatigue of the muscles and brain.
Be careful: For people with kidney problems, anemia is typical. It can
develop when kidney function decreases by 20-50 %. If you get enough
rest and sleep but still feel tired and weak, you should immediately
consult a doctor.
8-Dry and itchy skin :
Healthy kidneys remove harmful substances and excess fluid from the
blood, helping to produce red blood cells and maintaining the necessary
amount of minerals in the body. Itching and dry skin indicate the
inability of the kidneys to maintain the correct balance of minerals and
nutrients, and this can lead to bone and kidney diseases.
Be careful: If you have dry and itchy skin, try using moisturizers.
Remember: Before taking any medications for itching, you should consult
your doctor. Some medications contain ingredients that can cause even
more damage to the kidneys.
7-Bad breath and metallic taste :
When harmful substances accumulate in the blood, the taste of food
changes, and there is metallic in the mouth. Bad breath is another sign
of a high concentration of toxins in the blood. Also, there is a
possibility of losing your appetite, which can lead to unhealthy weight
loss.
Be careful: There are various reasons why food can have a metallic taste
(from allergies to poor oral health). As a rule, it should disappear if
these factors are eliminated. If the taste remains, you need to consult
a doctor.
6-Inconsistent breath :
he link between kidney disease and shortness of breath, especially after
little effort, is due to two factors. First, excess fluid in the body
gets into the lungs when the kidneys are not working properly. Secondly,
anemia deprives the body of oxygen, which leads to shortness of breath.
Be careful: There are various causes of shortness of breath, from kidney
failure to asthma, lung cancer, or heart disease. If you notice that
you are constantly experiencing shortness of breath after you put a
little effort in, you should immediately consult a doctor.
5-Swelling of the ankles and hands :
Kidneys that do not function properly do not remove excess fluid from
the body. This causes sodium retention, which causes swelling of the
ankles, legs, and arms. Swelling of the lower body can also signal heart
disease, liver disease, or problems with the veins.
Be careful: Taking the necessary medications, reducing salt intake, and
removing excess fluid from the body can stop edema. If this does not
help, you should consult your doctor.
4-Back pain :
Kidney problems can lead to back pain, which is felt right under the rib
cage. It can be felt in the front of the groin or the thighs. Back and
leg pain can occur due to the formation of cysts in the kidneys — large
sacs filled with fluid.
Tip: Back Pain caused by kidney failure is accompanied by a feeling of
nausea, vomiting, high body temperature, and frequent urination. Back
pain, which does not correlate with the kidneys, feels different: it is
localized and occurs suddenly, without an increase in temperature. If
the back continues to hurt, and the pills do not help, you should
consult a doctor.
3-Swollen eyes :
An early sign that the work of kidney filters is disrupted is the
appearance of protein in the urine. This can lead to puffiness around
the eyes. The kidneys pass a large amount of protein into the urine (and
should retain it and distribute it throughout the body), so the eyes
swell.
The Council: If you get enough sleep and get enough protein from your
food, but still notice puffiness, don’t forget to make an appointment
with your doctor.
2-High blood pressure :
The circulatory system and kidneys depend on each other. The kidneys
have nephrons that filter harmful substances and remove excess fluid
from the blood. If the blood vessels are damaged, the nephrons do not
receive enough oxygen and nutrients. Therefore, high blood pressure is
the second main cause of kidney failure.
Tip: It is important to control your blood pressure to avoid kidney
failure. You should add foods rich in folic acid to your diet since it
is involved in the production of red blood cells and will help prevent
anemia.
1-Changing the color of urine :
Your kidneys are responsible for producing urine and removing harmful
substances through it. Changes in the frequency of urination, smell,
color, and appearance of urine can not be ignored. Types of changes
include:
Frequent urination, especially at night. The norm is from 4 to 10 times a day.
Blood in the urine. Healthy kidneys filter out waste blood to produce
urine, but if the filters are damaged, then blood cells can get into it.
Presence of foamy urine. Bubbles indicate that there is an overabundance of protein in the urine.
Have you ever had kidney problems? Have you noticed any of the above symptoms? Tell us about your experience.