Risk Factors

• Anemia/ Low red blood cell
• Blood in urine/ dark urine
• Decreased mental alertness
• Decreased urine output
• Edema – swollen feet, hands, and ankles (face if edema is severe)
• Fatigue (tiredness)
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Insomnia
• Itchy skin, can become persistent
• Loss of appetite
• Male inability to get or maintain an erection (erectile dysfunction)
• Frequent urination, especially at night
• Muscle cramps/ twitches
• Nausea
• Pain on the side or mid to lower back
• Panting (shortness of breath)
• Protein in urine (bubble in urine)
• Sudden change in bodyweight
• Unexplained headaches