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Health News: Our kidneys are the Silent Working Organs of the Body that Keep Working Day and Night Without Any Complaint. These small but powerful organs clean about 120 ml of blood every minute, thereby removing toxins from the body and maintaining the balance of fluids. But their biggest weakness is that by the time the symptoms of the problem becomes apparent, often 60-70% of the kidney’s functionality is lost.

Key warning signs that should not be ignored

1. Changes in urine

– Foamy or Dark Urine (Normal color is yellow or light yellow)

-Frequent Urination at Night (Especially IF More Than 2-3 Times)

– Blood or Burning Sensation in Urine

2. Abnormal swelling

– Swelling under the eyes on waking up in the morning

– Increasing swelling in the feet and ankles in the evening

– Sudden swelling in the fingers of the hands

3. Fatigue and Weakness

– Constant feeling of tiredness without exertion

– Signs of anemia (Lack of blood)

– Shortness of Breath on Doing Small Tasks

4. Digestive problems

– Loss of Appetite without reason

– Food Tastes Metallic.

– Feeling nauseous or like vomiting in the morning

5. Skin Symptoms

– Persistent itching without any allergic reaction

– Dry and Flaky Skin Scaly

– White Spots or Lines on Nails

Ways to keep kidneys healthy

Hydration: Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily

Diet: Take Less Potassium and Phosphorus, and Eat Fresh Fruits and Vegetables.

Tests: Get Kidney Function Test (Kft) and Urine Test Done Once A Year

Precautions: Do not take paintillers without medical advice.

Special Advice: If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease, then Get Kidney Tests Done Every 6 months. Kidney diseases can be controlled if Caught early, but if delayed, dialysis or transplant is the only option.

Remember, 80% of Kidney diseases are asymptomatic in the early stages. Therefore, Regular Checkups and a Balanced Lifestyle are the biggest protection.