Stage 5 CKD means you have an eGFR less than 15 and severe damage to your kidneys. Your kidneys are getting very close to failure or have already failed (stopped working). Because your kidneys have stopped working to filter waste out of your blood, waste products build up in your body, which can make you very sick and cause other health problems. When your kidneys fail, treatment options to survive include dialysis or a kidney transplant.  Symptoms of stage 5 kidney disease: - back pain - weakness - high blood pressure - loss of appetite - muscle twiches or cramps - nausea and vomiting - chest pain - trouble breathing - trouble sleeping - urinating more or less than usual If you are experiencing any 5 of these symptoms, Don't Put Your Treatment On Hold To Avoid An Early Grave. Call or WhatsApp 055 481 8156 for information and treatment.  #kidneyhealth #diabetes #infection #BP #kidneys  https://wshl.st/28jtx8

Kidney damage or failure . Heart failure can reduce the blood flow to the kidneys. Untreated, this can cause kidney failure. Other heart problems . Heart failure can cause changes in the heart's size and function. These changes may damage heart valves and cause irregular heartbeats. Liver damage.   Heart failure can cause fluid buildup that puts too much pressure on the liver. This fluid backup can lead to scarring, which makes it more difficult for the liver to work properly. Sudden cardiac death . If the heart is weak, there is a risk of dying suddenly due to a dangerous irregular heart rhythm. Symptoms may develop slowly. Sometimes, heart failure symptoms start suddenly. Heart failure symptoms may include Shortness of breath with activity or when lying down.  Fatigue and weakness.  Swelling in the legs, ankles and feet. Rapid or irregular heartbeat. Reduced ability to exercise. A cough that doesn't go away or a cough that brings up white or pink mucus with spots of bl...