Suresh Menon Suresh Menon Asked 8 months ago

What are the symptoms of chronic kidney disease?

My brother-in-law was recently diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, but he didn't have many obvious symptoms. We want to be more aware of it in our family. What are the general symptoms of chronic kidney disease?

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Kiran Deshmukh Kiran Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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I had severe kidney issues last year, and the most prominent symptoms were a metallic taste in my mouth and swollen ankles. Please do not ignore unexplained fatigue or puffy eyes in the morning. Get a proper kidney panel done to check your GFR levels early.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Haan, if your urine is looking very foamy or you are feeling nauseous all the time, you should take it seriously na. Swelling in the feet is also a very common sign. Don't wait at home, just get a simple blood test done to be safe.

Sunita Kulkarni Sunita Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Haan na, kidney problems can cause so much weakness and loss of appetite. My uncle used to feel very cold even in summers and had swollen legs, ho na. It is always better to consult a good doctor and follow their advice properly.

Nidhi Shah Nidhi Shah Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I am trying to learn more about this because my grandfather has been feeling very tired and has itchy skin lately. I am a bit hesitant to ask, but does kidney disease always cause pain in the back, or can it happen without any pain at all?

Ayush Sharma Ayush Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, I read that foamy urine and swollen ankles are big red flags for kidney issues. If anyone is noticing these things, they should definitely get a kidney function test done instead of ignoring it. Better to be safe than sorry, guys.

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Arvind Swamy Arvind Swamy Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

If you are a busy professional ignoring swollen feet or foamy urine, you need to pause and book a health checkup. CKD progresses silently, and a simple blood and urine test takes less than an hour. Don't put it off; address it with a doctor immediately.

Kriti Verma Kriti Verma Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I have been noticing some mild swelling in my ankles after sitting at my desk all day, and I am really worried it might be kidney related. Has anyone else experienced this kind of swelling due to just sitting, or should I go get a kidney function test done right away?

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Staying active with mild walking can help with circulation, but if you have CKD, your stamina might be very low due to anemia. Look out for shortness of breath and swollen legs. Always consult your nephrologist before starting any physical routine.

Preeti Patel Preeti Patel Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

With kidney issues, managing your protein and sodium intake is extremely important, but you must know your stage first. Common symptoms include fluid retention, nausea, and changes in how often you urinate. Please consult a renal dietitian and a nephrologist for proper guidance.

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Rohan Mehta Rohan Mehta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It's really scary because CKD doesn't show major symptoms in the early stages, yaar. Actually, once it progresses, you get swollen ankles, metallic taste, and severe fatigue. Definitely get your annual checkups done to catch these things early.

Meera Nair Meera Nair Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I cannot give any medical tips, but when my mother had chronic kidney disease, she had a very poor appetite, felt itchy all over her body, and her feet were always swollen. We had to take her to a specialist regularly to monitor her blood reports.

Vikram Sen Vikram Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My dad went through CKD, and it started with very high blood pressure and extreme fatigue that we just thought was normal aging. If you notice swelling in the feet or face, get a serum creatinine test done immediately. Don't delay.

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