6) Loss of appetite
If you notice that recently, food has lost its flavour, you have bad breath, and/or you have a taste of metal in your mouth, this could lead you to lose your appetite, and indicates that you are suffering from kidney problems. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist.
7) Shortness of breath
In the case of kidney disease, the bone marrow doesn’t produce enough red blood cells, which are necessary for transporting oxygen in the bloodstream, and anaemia can set in. Anaemia causes intense fatigue and shortness of breath, linked to this lack of oxygen.
8) Cramps
If you have regular cramps in your arms and legs, they could be due to a retention of phosphorous and potassium in the blood. These minerals are not being eliminated as normal by the kidneys, if the kidneys are not functioning well.
9) Nausea and vomiting
With or without a metal taste in your mouth, nausea and vomiting can be caused by an accumulation of waste in the blood, and could be a sign of kidney disease. If the nausea and vomiting don’t stop, consult your doctor.
10) Insatiable thirst
Renal failure can cause a sensation of insatiable thirst, because it leads to frequent urinating. Obviously, urinating too much dehydrates you and makes you thirsty.
Consult your doctor if one of more of these symptoms persist.