Kidney disease primarily affects the body’s ability to:

Filter waste from the blood

Regulate fluid balance

Control blood pressure

Maintain electrolyte levels

In conditions like Chronic kidney disease, symptoms usually develop gradually and may include:

Swelling in the hands, feet, or face (edema)

Fatigue

Changes in urination

Foamy urine (protein in urine)

High blood pressure

Nausea or loss of appetite

Notice that prominent veins are not on this list.

The Role of Fluid Balance

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