Dehydration
Dehydration is a condition that occurs when the loss of body fluids, mostly
water, exceeds the amount that is taken in. With dehydration, more water is
moving out of our cells and bodies than what we take in through drinking.
Symptoms
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Extreme thirst
Less frequent urination
Dark-colored urine
Fatigue
Dizziness
Confusion
Proteinuria
People with proteinuria have urine containing an abnormal amount of protein.
The condition is often a sign of kidney disease.
Symptoms
Large amounts of protein in your urine may cause it to look foamy in the toilet.
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin or when
the pancreas stops producing enough insulin. Exactly why this happens is
unknown, although genetics and environmental factors, such as excess weight
and inactivity, seem to be contributing factors.
Symptoms
 Increased thirst and frequent urination
 Increased hunger
 Weight loss
 Fatigue
 Blurred vision
 Slow healing sores or frequent infection
 Areas of darkened skin
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones (renal lithiasis, nephrolithiasis) are small, hard mineral deposits
that form inside your kidneys. The stones are made of mineral and acid salts.
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Severe pain in the side and back, below the ribs
Pain that spreads to the lower abdomen and groin
Pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
Pain on urination
Pink, red or brown urine
Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
Nausea and vomiting
Persistent need to urinate
Urinating more often than usual
Fever and chills if an infection is present
Urinating small amounts of urine
Kidney Damage
Kidney disease is when your kidneys are damaged in some way and are not
filtering your blood effectively.
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Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Fatigue and weakness
Sleep problems
Changes in how much you urinate
Decreased mental sharpness
Muscle twitches and cramps
Swelling of feet and ankles
Persistent itching
Chest pain, if fluid builds up around the lining of the heart
Shortness of breath, if fluid builds up in the lungs
High blood pressure (hypertension) that's difficult to control