Are vomiting and diarrhea common symptoms in stage 4 chronic kidney disease?
Yes, both vomiting and diarrhea can occur in stage 4 CKD. At this stage, your kidneys are severely damaged with an eGFR between 15 and 29, and waste products build up in your bloodstream.
Common symptoms at stage 4 include
* Nausea and vomiting
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Are vomiting and diarrhea common symptoms in stage 4 chronic kidney disease?
Yes, both vomiting and diarrhea can occur in stage 4 CKD. At this stage, your kidneys are severely damaged with an eGFR between 15 and 29, and waste products build up in your bloodstream.
Common symptoms at stage 4 include:
* Nausea and vomiting
* Loss of appetite
* Fatigue and weakness
* Muscle cramps
* Swelling in hands and feet
* Itchy skin
* Trouble sleeping
The nausea and vomiting happen because your kidneys can no longer filter waste products effectively, causing them to accumulate in your blood.
Important considerations about diarrhea:
If you're experiencing diarrhea with stage 4 CKD, it's especially important to contact your doctor right away. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration, which decreases blood flow to your kidneys and may cause acute kidney injury (AKI). This can worsen your kidney function.
Contact your doctor immediately if you have:
* Diarrhea lasting more than two days
* New swelling with diarrhea
* Urinating less often
* Dizziness
People with reduced kidney function and those taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs have a higher risk for dehydration and AKI when experiencing diarrhea.
March 18
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