7 Early Warning Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Problems! And What To Do About It!
7 early warning signs and symptoms of kidney problems - Did you know over 37 million Americans have kidney disease but many don’t realize it? One in three adults are actually at risk.
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In this video, I'll explain the multifaceted role of kidneys, from filtering blood and regulating blood pressure to maintaining bone health and balancing electrolytes. I emphasize the often-overlooked fact that the most common early symptom of kidney failure can be no symptom at all. This underscores the importance of regular check-ups and routine testing by your doctor, especially if you have a family history of kidney disease.
7 Early Warning Signs of Kidney Problems! And What To Do About It! [HS-86]
1. Swelling or Edema
2. Change in Urination
3. Skin-Itching
4. Fatigue
5. Shortness of Breath
6. Low Back Pain
7. Urinary Tract Infections
Join me as I guide you through understanding these warning signs and symptoms of kidney problems and the steps you can take to potentially prevent kidney failure. Let's be proactive in our health journey and give our kidneys the attention they deserve. Remember, your health is your wealth, and knowledge is power.
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This was and is excellent information
I have all of these except the swelling. I did not even swell in pregnancy. I am really worried because when my doctor runs the basic kidney panel they all come back fine but I have all these symptoms.
I’ve been having swelling my feet ankles hands, having to run to get to bathroom and go at night. Fatigue, and yes I have shortness of breath I can’t tell the difference because they say I have asthma. Plus my lower back pain . I had blood work and it comes back ok. Am very concerned about this swelling. I have a few symptoms on your list 6 out of 7. How do I find out what type of edema do I have if I have it. ?
In 2018 I was tired and sleeping a lot. Good thing it was time for my yearly physical. My dr let me know that my kidneys were not functioning right. To make a long story short, I ended up having multiple myeloma. I'm doing good. Haven't been on any meds since 2021. Another thing is look for ridges in your nails. I have to have blood drawn monthly to watch the levels of my creatinine and kappa lt chainz
Hi my name Carol Rivas and I'm not sure if do cuz my back hurts when I'm standing to long I would like to talk to you and hear from on what you think ok.
I pray for complete healing for all of you in Jesus name as my wife suffers from reaccurent kidneys stones and has a complex renal aneurysm per her vascular surgeon I rebuke all kidney disorders in the mighty name of Jesus and by the power of his blood Amen!
Amen in Jesus name 🙏🏾
AMEN
Amen
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GO TO OUR LORD SUPREME KING JESUS HE IS THE ONE WHO ALWAYS CARES
1. Edema - Swelling of hands, feet, under eyes or anywhere 2. Change in urination - Making lots of urine, urinating frequently, using bathroom during night, large prostrate, dribbling urine or even decreased urinarion 3. Skin-itching or rashes, dry skin 4. Fatigue 5. Shortness of breath 6. Lower back pain 7. Urinary travt infection
Thanks Dr very Clear explanation
Thank-you 👍
I just sent the 24/7 nurse a message telling them how can I get tested and not wait that many days.
I have stage 4 ckd in 2006 I was on the dialysis for about a year I was sick all the time I decided to stop going get all the praise to God because right now I'm not on dialysis but I do go see my kidney doctor every 3 months 🙏
Praise God your doing better and don’t have to go
😅😅😅@@Shalawamandwelcome
Hello how do you treat to overcome dialysis
Wishing you all blessings 🌹
Amiina ❤
This is my Nephrologist, and she is the best. Her office staff is awesome too. They took me through all of the tests, exams, etc. I was okay in the end, but it was good to know that I was in good hands. And yes, she is this beautiful in person. Thanks doc
May I ask, exactly what tests did she order? This way many will know if their doctor is doing what's right.
@Dr.Frita, I have stage 3 kidney disease because I donated my left kidney 17 years ago (March 27, 2007) and the older I get, I have a nephrologist, dietician and primary care PA, that keeping me off of dialysis. I was 33 when I donate my kidney to my childhood friend. I take iron supplements for the anemia and I will be 50 this September 2024. Every 3-6 months I have labs done to monitor my progress or distress. I've been healthier at stage 2 kidney disease and hope to maintain this range in the future.
That was kind of you, I hope things turn out for the better for you
My daughter on the right side her kidney level is 20 is their away to improve that number to go up
God bless you and heal you because you're a hero,a nice person like you deserve to leave
@@SarahImoloame very kind words from you but I think 🤔 you meant *live* though 😊
Hi Dr. Frira, I had no idea that dehydration could cause kidney failure. TFS and all you do!
Thank you for this information!❤ I love how you truly like to help people!
Deep comprehensive information shared here. Thanks for the knowledge that you shared. God bless you always.
Thank you, Dr. Frita, you are amazing!
Thanks Dr Frita for this useful health information.
Just wanted to Thank You. I'm in Stage 3B. Family history of kidneydisease...constant UTI'S....Learned more from you than my Dr. regarding the symptoms.
Thank you Dr for sharing such vital info.
This video is too smart for me.... I will have to watch it again. Your knowledge and expertise are amazing.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for taking the time to share.God bless you
I appreciate so much you sharing symptoms for kidney disease. I am experiencing some of the symptoms. I will speak w/my doctor about testing for the disease. God bless you .
Thanks for the great information Dr Frita.
Number 4 is it for me. I just hope I shall find a way around the fatigue issue. Thanks for this super sound advice. So grateful for resourceful persons like you. many things for this valuable advice.
Shortness of breath , 🙏🏾thanks for sharing 💯❤️
She’s the best! I need to recommend my auntie to you for a consultation who is going thru kidney issues and no one knows what’s going on in her area.. she needs help!!
I actually have most of these symptoms and i just had to get a new PCP because I know there is something wrong. Thanks Dr Frita ❤ for this wise advice and video.
Same with me
I was told I have kidney stenosis after complaining of left flank pain. I have a small rash on left and right leg, I have swelling of ankles sometime. I have leg cramps unless I take my electrolyte powder and sometimes les or frequent urination depending on if I'm drinking less or more water and I go mostly at night. 1 blood test my bun creatine was high but now it's not. At least my last blood test it wasn't. I really appreciate this video because I've learned a lot in this 16 minutes. Thank doc, I may have to call you for more advice on what I should do
Did your Doctor order lab work as well.
@@Annjenkins806 Yes He did
@Annjenkins806 yes but now my creatinine is low and he just ordered a cholesterol test so I go Friday to see him again. He also sent me to a vascular doc and he ordered test for my blood pressure but not sure what test shows either
Thank you Dr Frita for this information - some of these symptoms are surprising to me, I appreciate and will store this information. I have had to take many different kinds of anti-inflammatories over the years & I believe they have been responsible for my being diagnosed with CKD on paper, I am researching & trying to learn how to stop the progression of this disease - I am 78 years young & plan to be around another 20 + years & believe it’s never to late to change your habits
Dr Frita, thanks for your explanation.
Your videos are packed with very important information. Thank you!
Great job, Doc! Thank you so much for your advice. I love your educational videos very much. God bless you and your loved ones.
Excellent topic/informational video.
I love how you break things down for the viewers , so they can understand, most drs ideal in medical terminology as if the Cpol should know , but you know I g when to turn that off & speak in lanes terms do that ppl can UNDERSTAND is a smart person on my book. Knowing info is great but to know when to speak differently that’s a smart doctor who knows her audience
Yes. I need a consult ASAP!
YOU ATE NOT ONLY EDUCATED, BUT BEAUTIFUL AS WELL. GOD BLESS YOU FOR SAVING LIVES ❤❤❤❤🎉❤
Thank you so much for the kind words. I appreciate you for watching! 😊
I’m on a Parp inhibitor for platinum resistant ovarian cancer. I e been NED since 2017! The Parp that I am on is something I’ve responded well to because I have the BRACA mutations. I manage the CKD that it has caused me to have by drinking as much water as I can and going on drug holidays from time to time as well. TY for the information! PS/ I have and have suffered with frequent UTIs for decades.. but it became much worse in the last few years. But the two don’t seem to be connected. My kidneys never get affected.
Thank you Doc, great information.
I didn't know frequent urination could be a sign. I have CKD stage 3a due to PKD and I've just been worried about decreased urine production. Also, can PKD in both kidneys cause low back pain or discomfort? I'm going to look to see if you have a PKD video now that i found you. 😊
Information was so informative, I was diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease, I have 90% of the symptoms that you spoke of, now added to my symptoms now is brain fog, I can’t remember some simple things, I see my doctor every three months now am 68 yrs old, my ankles stay swollen, trying my best to drink more water, would love to have a conversation with you!
For me I thank you so much you really get me from the beginning of my kidney iusse problem I love you doctor my name is Isatou Lowe from West Africa Gambia live in Gambia thanks for your video very interesting
Thank you very much Doctor.😊
Thank you so much doctor ❤ watching from south African
Thanks,Dr.Frita, I think I needed to hear you for a reason
This was an excellent, excellent, EXCELLENT informal video. It highlighted multiple symptoms I've noticed in myself and I'm doing something about it to avoid kidney failure. 💯💯💯💯
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Thanks DR Frita
I need to get a new PCP & get blood work done because I ticked a lot of these boxes
Great information.
Excellent video. Clear and concise. Thank you!
Thanks for the information ❤
You were amazing. Great job and thank you
Thank you so much for the important I need that’s..
Thank you Doc. ❤
Thanks for your information you has provided I am monitoring my ckd with my doctor, I don't have any of these but I do suffer from lower back pain due to a injury car accident
Thank you for the information Happy Holidays ☃️
Thank you Doctor
Thank you Dr. Frida for the equality that you give our community. Due to biases in the healthcare system our community does not get all the information we need. Thanks for caring and serving.
Thank you.....
Thanks for sharing.
I lost my big sis last month feb 12 , kidney issues. Am only here to learn more about it
Thank you for your perspective and professional advice 😢❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing. Very kind of you.
THANKS VERY MUCH DR FRITA
I am a diabetic since 2006 I am 52 years old. I have UTI since 2019 On macrobid since 2019 Been going to a infectious Dr since then Now I am diagnosed with CKD I was told I am a stage 2 maybe stage 3. I am having the worst pain in my back. I cant live with this kind of pain anymore😢😢😢 I dont know what to do anymore. My peimary Dr. Doesnt seem to know what to do anymore. I am very worried.
Trust me, reach out Drdaro on KZhead for your herbal medication solution very necessary
Sorry to hear about your suffering. I pray that you feel better soon.
How are you doing? Does the pain include burping n is the pain behind your ribs ?
I was diagnosed with stage three ckd, I don’t have any of the symptoms described but I’ve noticed that I experience a radiating pain from directly on my left love handle area, not my lower back.
Such great information!
Good afternoon Dr. Rita , thank you for the information . I just want to tell you that, you are beautiful, you are always beautiful but today you are breath taking and God was created you to be intelligent, very smart. God bless you always.
That info was Very Helpful...I would like to Obtain MORE... and I Will Surly Follow Up MORE With My Doctor... I have Really been having to Urinate frequently... ANYTHING MORE, With Helping My Health Conditions, PLEASE Share... Thank U...😊
I’m a health education student and I’m glad I found your channel because it’s such a perfect example of awesome health education. Thank you. I’ve been seeing a lot of sketchy health information on KZhead so this is like a safe haven omg 😂glad to be here
Thanks for the info…was very helpful…🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Very good information. Thank you.
Thanks so much for the info.
Thank you. Good information.
Thanks Doc.
Thanks for this video. It may have just saved my life.
Good to know I see why I am itching
yes,,your suggestion is very important.i have urinary tract infection.
Thank you Dr...
Ty for the helpful information.
Thank you, excellent video
I had a kidney transplant in April Of 2019 . I am doing well . I want to know what to do to live a long life with my new kidney. Thank you so much Dr.
Very informative
I don’t recall any of these symptoms before being diagnosed with CKD stage 3. Blood pressure is out of control & I’m anemic. Creatinine is high, feeling doomed.
Wow Dr. Fritz thank you for sharing this information I’ve been having itchy skin now I know why
Can you’re skin turn yellow with kidney trouble
Greetings doctor: Does Aspirin contribute to kidney disease? Thank you.
Did not realize UTI was one of the signs. Thanks for this educational great video.
Very helpful video. Thanks
Thank u Dr. We learned a lot. God bless u.
Glad I found this channel. So much good information.
You are the first person I understand about kidneys. Bernard McBride please I do need directions to know more... Did not find your info to reach out... It's important to my health
Thank you for the information. Watching from PAPUA NEW GUINEA. Great information.
Thank you doctor. I do have back problem. side soreness maybe I'm not drinking enough water. I didn't know you could take Auto sound to check for your kidney problem so thank you .thank you for keeping people around the world safe. God is good. Oh one more thing I did wonder about the medicine we take is side effects to the kidney so thanks for letting me know. But I do have arthritis. It's hard to know the difference.
I love your videos. Thank you!!!!
Thank you for this vital information sweet Dr out of the 7 symptoms I'm experiencing 4 of them I'll be turning 63 December 14th I'm a disabled veteran of the u.s.army born with asthma that developed over the years the constant itching low back pain uti constant urination is trying to be a pain in my &#@& if you know what I mean but I don't know what state you are in but I wish I could have a face to face appointment with you to fix this again thank you for this video
I have been having a terrible headache in over 1 year, when I go to doctors they say that I am too young and look healthy to be sick. I was back and forth to the hospital but they have no idea what to do so they sent me home every time. But the other doctor check my blood pressure, it was up to 200 so they checked everything and they said after a month that I have shrinking kidneys and hypertension. After years they said that I have chronic kidney disease at stage 3. And now I get smaller pain in the back that lasted weeks. Couple months from now they will check me again
Very important ideas
Thanks
Thank you doctor fritA
Thank you doctor Frida
Thank you Dr . For these exposition I am experiencing some of the symptoms that you mentioned here like, fatigue, insomnia,icthy skin, short breathing, high blood pressure and all that and l have been visiting doctors for my challenge in this case what will I do please help me
Thank you 🙏🏾 so much DR. Frita ❤❤❤❤❤❤
You are so welcome! I appreciate the support and I hope you found the information in this video to be helpful and informative.
Thank you dr i. Have lowerback pain br say ihave kidneystone with medication lpass it out in my urine but some time the pain recurse
Thank you Dr for this important information. I'm 73 yrs old and my last blood test showed renal issue. I was working from home and noticed a pain in my right lower back and quit my position in November 2023. In December, my primary doctor gave me a script for more blood tests and urine analysis in 90 days. In the meanwhile I am removing Black licorice, peanuts; (which I enjoyed), and removing all processed foods including milk, soup and bread. I'm back to exercising daily and I'm going to include more apples, red seeded grapes, watermelon, pineapple, lemon water, bananas, kale cauliflower onions, garlic, wild salmon, in my diet. I also start my day with 16 oz lemon water, and 8 oz lemon water before lunch and dinner. I make sure drink 1/2 my weight in ounces of water each day. I'm praying and doing everything in my power to loose the 15 lbs I'd gained last year and returning to healthy kidneys. God bless you.
This video is very informative
I notice that my lower back is often paining me I have inching around my body, I also notice urination often.
THANKS 😊
Good information and very educative
Great information