What are some symptoms of CKD

The early symptoms of chronic kidney disease are also symptoms of other illnesses. These symptoms may be the only signs of kidney disease until the condition is more advanced.

Symptoms may include:
·Appetite loss
·General ill feeling and fatigue
·Headaches
·Itching (pruritus) and dry skin
·Nausea
·Weight loss without trying to lose weight

Other symptoms that may develop, especially when kidney function has gotten worse, include:
·Abnormally dark or light skin
·Bone pain
·Brain and nervous system symptoms:
·Drowsiness and confusion
·Problems concentrating or thinking
·Numbness in the hands, feet, or other areas
·Muscle twitching or cramps
·Breath odor
·Easy bruising, bleeding, or blood in the stool
·Excessive thirst
·Frequent hiccups
·Low level of sexual interest and impotence
·Menstrual periods stop (amenorrhea)
·Shortness of breath
·Sleep problems, such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and obstructive sleep ·apnea
·Swelling of the feet and hands (edema)
·Vomiting, typically in the morning

Most people may not have any severe symptoms until their kidney disease is advanced. However, you may notice that you:
·feel more tired and have less energy
·have trouble concentrating
·have a poor appetite
·have trouble sleeping
·have muscle cramping at night
·have swollen feet and ankles
·have puffiness around your eyes, especially in the morning
·have dry, itchy skin
·need to urinate more often, especially at night.

Anyone can get chronic kidney disease at any age. However, some people are more likely than others to develop kidney disease. You may have an increased risk for kidney disease if you:
·have diabetes
·have high blood pressure
·have a family history of kidney failure
·are older
·belong to a population group that has a high rate of diabetes or high blood pressure, such as African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian, Pacific Islanders, and American Indians.