10 Warnings signs you Get When your Kidneys Start Failing

3. When your Skin is Dry and it Itches

When your kidney is healthy, the right number of minerals in your body is sustained, red blood cells are produced, wastes are and too much fluid is eliminated from the blood. The inability of our kidneys to sustain a healthy number of nutrients and minerals which might lead to kidney and bone disease is the reason for dry and itchy skin.

You need to know that it is good to always hydrate yourself if your skin is itchy and dry. Make sure you see your doctor before taking any drug that prevents itching. Some of these drugs comprise of some elements that can destroy the kidney.

2. Overall Weakness, Headaches, and Tiredness

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone produced as a result of Vitamin D being converted in our body to sustain solid bones which are as a result of a kidney that works well and is healthy. The production of the red blood cell is as a result of this hormone. They generate little EPO as a result of the malfunctioning kidney. Your brain and muscles become weak due to a low count in your red blood cell (the ones that move oxygen in the body).

You should know that anemia happens to a lot of people suffering from Prolonged Kidney Failure. When only twenty or fifty percent of your kidney works, anemia might start developing. You need to see a doctor if after having a good sleep and you still get tired and drained easily.

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