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5 Unusual Types of Pain That Could Indicate Severe Kidney Damage

Symptoms of Kidney Damage You Should Know: Here are the top 5 pains that could indicate that you are suffering from chronic kidney damage.

Written by Satata Karmakar | Updated : February 17, 2025 3:21 PM IST

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Unusual Symptoms Of Kidney Damage

Kidney damage, medically known as renal damage, is a serious health condition that occurs when the kidneys lose their ability to effectively filter waste, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood. There are various risk factors that can contribute to this condition, some of them include high blood pressure, diabetes, infections, or genetic conditions. When left untreated, damaged kidneys may lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD), which can progress to kidney failure if left untreated. While there are several ways to keep your kidneys safe and healthy, the best one is to track the onset of this condition. Scroll down to check all the 5 types of pain in the body that could indicate kidney damage.

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Lower Back Pain (Flank Pain)

One of the most common, yet often overlooked signs of kidney damage is a persistent lower back pain. Yes, you read that right! This lower back pain, especially on one side could indicate that your kidneys have damaged completely. Unlike typical muscular pain, kidney-related pain usually feels deeper and is often accompanied by other symptoms like nausea, fever, or changes in urination. Also Read - Frequent Urination at Night: Studies Show 1 in 3 Adults Ignore This Symptom Linked to Diabetes and Heart Failure

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Swelling In Legs Or Feet

An unexplained swelling in the legs and feet could also indicate the onset of kidney damage. This mainly happens when the kidneys fail to filter out waste from the body -- leading to excess accumulation of fluid in the body -- and unexplained swelling in the legs and feet.

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Several Gastrointestinal Issues

Many people have often reported several gastrointestinal issues before suffering from a cardiovascular failure. Bloating, constant digestive issues and tightness in the stomach are the prominent symptoms that people have experienced who later developed cardiovascular disease and problems.