Patient's question:
What are the symptoms of kidney disease?Doctor's answer:
Hello, Kidney disease symptom 1: Foamy urine that does not disappear for a long time. This indicates a higher amount of protein excreted in the urine. Kidney disease symptom 2: Urine discoloration. The urine may appear dark tea-colored, like dishwater, soy sauce-colored, or cloudy, like rice water. Seek medical attention immediately. Kidney disease symptom 3: Excessive or insufficient urine output. The average urine output for a normal person is 1,500 milliliters per day, with 4-8 urination times. If there is no fever, excessive sweating, or large amounts of fluid intake, and the urine output suddenly decreases or increases, it is necessary to visit a hospital for examination to check for kidney problems. Kidney disease symptom 4: Nocturia. People under 60 years old generally do not have nocturia. If young people experience an increase in nocturia, it may be an early sign of kidney dysfunction. Kidney disease symptom 5: Edema. Swelling in the eyelids or face upon waking in the morning, which often subsides by the afternoon, worsens after exertion, and improves with rest. Severe edema may appear on the inner sides of the ankles, lower limbs, or the lumbosacral region. Kidney disease symptom 6: Back pain. Back or waist pain without a clear cause or reason should be checked for the kidneys, spine, and muscles in the back.