may be struggling, plus the key tests and proactive steps you can take now to protect your kidney health.
🔍 9 Warning Signs Your Kidneys Are in Trouble
1. Swelling in Ankles, Feet, or Hands
Kidneys help regulate fluid balance. When they falter, excess fluid builds up—especially in the lower extremities. Puffiness around the eyes in the morning can also signal protein loss through the kidneys.
2. Persistent Fatigue or Brain Fog
Failing kidneys produce less erythropoietin, a hormone that signals your body to make red blood cells. Low red blood