itself does **not** mean your kidneys are failing. But if it persists alongside other unexplained symptoms, it may be worth getting checked.
## 2. Intense or Persistent Itching
Persistent itching is one of the better-recognized skin symptoms associated with chronic kidney disease.
This condition is called **chronic kidney disease-associated pruritus**, or CKD-aP.
It is most common in people with advanced kidney disease or kidney failure, although it can occur earlier. Researchers believe several mechanisms may contribute, including inflammation, nerve signaling changes, dry skin, and disturbances involving waste products and minerals.
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