Patient's question:
Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I've also noticed some swelling in my body. I feel completely weak. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was kidney disease. Could you please tell me what are the symptoms of uremia?Doctor's answer:
The symptoms of uremia include loss of appetite, nausea, weakness, and shortness of breath. Sometimes, symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, and loss of appetite may recur. Uremia requires timely treatment; otherwise, it can lead to various complications, such as recurrent aseptic pericarditis, heart failure, pulmonary edema, pleural effusion, gastric ulcers, anemia, and cerebral hemorrhage, among others. It is recommended to seek medical treatment promptly to avoid various complications.