Deepa Nair Deepa Nair Asked 10 months ago

Can kidney problem cause weight loss?

My friend has kidney problems and has been losing a lot of weight unintentionally. She's worried and so are we. Is it common for kidney problems to lead to significant weight loss?

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Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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I totally panicked when my weight started dropping suddenly last year. It turned out to be related to a kidney stone and the nausea that came with it, which made me eat less. Once the stone was treated, my weight went back to normal, so don't lose hope!

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Yes, chronic kidney issues can make you lose appetite, leading to weight loss. Before spending heavily on expensive specialist visits, get a basic Kidney Function Test (KFT) from a local lab. It’s quite budget-friendly and gives you clear data to show the doctor.

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Preeti Sen Preeti Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

It is honestly so scary to see the numbers on the scale go down without trying. I felt so weak and helpless during that phase of my kidney treatment. Please be gentle with yourself and lean on your family while the doctors figure out your treatment.

Aniket Desai Aniket Desai Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Yes, it can happen because kidney issues sometimes mess with your appetite and make food taste metallic! But don't worry, once you get the right treatment, your appetite will bounce back. Sending you lots of positive vibes!

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Gaurav Malhotra Gaurav Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Usually, people are trying to lose weight, but when it happens unexpectedly, it's no joke. Kidney issues can make you feel too nauseous to eat your favorite chole bhature. Let a doctor run some tests so you can get back to enjoying your food!

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