The Body Will Give You THESE 10 SIGNS IF YOUR KIDNEY IS IN DANGER

Symptoms of Kidney Problems

1. Changes in your Urine

This is one of the first signs your kidneys are in trouble. So If you notice any of the following changes, speak to your doctor:

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• Pressure during urinating
• Trouble urinating
• Foam in your urine
• Dark urine followed by less frequent urinating and/or urinating in small amounts
• Pale urine and more frequent urination in larger amounts
• Need to urinate many times during the night (although this can be a sign of other issues as well)

2. Excessive Swelling

Because your kidneys are responsible for filtering any fluid in your body, if this fluid starts to back up, you will notice swelling, typically in your hands and feet as these small organs struggle to eliminate any excess fluid. As well, protein in your urine is a clear sign your kidneys are in trouble and the tiny filters are not working properly.

When this happens, the filters allow protein to seep through into your urine. People with kidney issues will often notice they have a telltale puffiness around their eyes, which is caused by large amounts of protein in their urine. You may also notice swelling in your joints.

3. Shortness of Breath

While you may not automatically see shortness of breath as a symptom of kidney problems, this is actually a very common sign. When your kidneys are taxed, fluid can build-up in the lungs, making it harder to take a deep breath.

Less oxygen in your blood makes it harder for your body to function, causing you to become out of breath quicker.

4. Skin Rashes

Any time your body is overwhelmed with toxins, it looks for any way to get rid of these poisons and waste products. One such way is through the pores in your skin. This can result in rashes, dry, irritated skin or even open sores.

While skin creams and ointments can help ease the symptoms, they do not help with your kidneys, so it is important to address the underlying issue.

5. Metallic Taste in the Mouth

Sometimes, your body can become so overloaded with toxins that you can literally taste them. People with kidneys that are not working at optimal capacity, can often experience a metallic taste in their mouths.

Any unfiltered waste buildup can linger in your blood where it can alter the taste of food. This buildup of toxins can further lead to halitosis (bad breath) and a lack of appetite.

6. Poor Concentration and Dizziness

As your kidneys become overwhelmed with toxins, they begin to fail, which can lead to inefficient oxygen flow to the rest of your body, including your brain.

This leads to such things as poor memory, concentration, and dizziness, and even light-headedness— brain fog.

7. Pain in Your Lower Back

Lower back pain is often associated with kidney damage, failure or infections since these organs sit in your lower back area. This pain can be a result of kidney stones or even a urinary tract infection.

You may also experience pain in your legs or sides.

8. Fatigue

In healthy people, your kidneys produce a hormone known as EPO (erythropoietin), which essentially increases the number of red blood cells in your blood. These red blood cells carry valuable oxygen to every part of your body. A general lack of oxygen, not surprisingly, can lead to fatigue, including your muscles and every other working part of your body.

Chronic fatigue may also be a symptom of anemia, so it is imperative you speak with your health professional if you have long-term, unexplainable exhaustion.

9. Nausea and Vomiting

As toxins and wastes begin to buildup in your blood, it can cause severe nausea and vomiting. This can also be a sign of a urinary tract infection, so make sure you speak to your doctor right away, especially if you are experiencing any pain in your lower back or abdomen too (5).

10. Chills

When you kidneys are functioning properly, they produce erythropoietin, a hormone that triggers your body to make red blood cells. As such, any issues that affect the healthy function of your kidneys can ultimately interfere with this process resulting in a lack of oxygen-carrying red blood cells.

When this happens, you can often develop anemia, a symptom of which includes constantly feeling cold