10 Renal Failure Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #3: Shortness of Breath
There are a couple reasons that renal failure could cause shortness of breath. One reason is because failing kidneys can result in a buildup of fluid in the lungs. As fluid accumulates, it obstructs the breathing pathways and makes it more difficult to inhale and exhale.
The second cause is anemia. Anemia starves the entire body of oxygen, so it can be difficult to get enough oxygen just from regular breathing.
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