Stage 3 kidney disease exhibits symptoms such as fatigue, swelling, and changes in urine, often linked to fluid retention and anemia. Recognizing early signs and understanding causes like waste buildup and fluid retention are essential for timely treatment. Prompt medical advice can help prevent further kidney damage and manage symptoms effectively.

Early kidney issues often go unnoticed due to mild or absent symptoms. However, as the disease progresses to stage 3, patients may notice clear signs indicating a decline in kidney function. Some individuals, however, remain asymptomatic at this stage, increasing the risk of unnoticed progression and further damage.

Key symptoms to observe include: nausea, vomiting, increased urination, and foamy or cloudy urine. Swelling around the ankles and puffiness near the eyes often occurs because of fluid buildup.

Common complaints include persistent fatigue, breath shortness, reduced appetite, dry itchy skin, muscle cramps, difficulty sleeping, and unexplained weight loss. Children may experience slowed growth.

Underlying causes of these symptoms:

Feeling unusually cold despite warmth, often linked to anemia caused by kidney malfunction.

Shortness of breath with minimal activity, due to fluid in lungs or anemia limiting oxygen flow.

Dizziness and weakness from insufficient oxygen to the brain.

Itching resulting from waste buildup because of impaired filtering.

Facial and limb swelling caused by fluid retention when kidney function declines.

If waste accumulation worsens, it can cause uremia, impacting appetite and causing gastrointestinal discomfort. Early medical consultation is vital for effective management and slowing disease progression.