filtering waste products from the blood
regulation of water balance
blood pressure control
maintaining proper electrolyte levels
When kidney disease develops, especially chronic kidney disease , symptoms usually appear gradually. Most often, they include:
swelling of the hands, feet, or face
constant fatigue
changes in urination
foamy urine (presence of protein)
high blood pressure
nausea or loss of appetite
It is important to note that bulging veins are not among the typical symptoms of kidney disease .
The relationship between the kidneys and water balance
The kidneys play a key role in regulating the amount of fluid in the body. When they are not functioning properly, fluid retention is often observed .
This usually leads to:
facial swelling
swelling in the legs
swelling of the hands
Interestingly, with such fluid retention, veins often become less visible because the tissues around them swell.
