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Recognizing
the Symptoms
of CKD
Initial
Symptoms
Fatigue &
difficulty concentrating
Advanced
Symptoms
Advanced
Symptoms
Initial
Symptoms
Difficulty sleeping
Muscle cramping at night
Swollen feet or ankles
Muscle cramping at night
Puffy eye area, especially
in the morning
Itchy skin
Reduced appetite
Urinating more often, especially at night
Bubbly or foamy urine
(a sign of protein
in urine)
Shortness of breath
Metallic taste in mouth
Chest pain
Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Fatigue and weakness
Muscle twitches and severe cramps
Blood in urine
At first, symptoms of CKD can be subtle and might also
be confused with those of other health conditions.
As your kidney function gets worse, so might initial symptoms, and you may develop additional noticeable or severe symptoms.