The most frequent symptoms of anemia are a severe fatigue, lack of concentration, memory problems and loss of libido. This decrease in ability to carry out even the most mundane daily tasks without complete exhaustion is an extremely frustrating kidney disease symptom for most patients, and can be taxing on your mental state of health.

Unfortunately, if anemia is not addressed in time, other kidney disease symptoms, such as heart problems, may develop; and someone with kidney disease is already at risk for heart disease as a direct complication of the illness. The muscles of the heart just can’t take the lack of energy and increased blood pressure from failing kidneys for long periods of time without struggling.

Since impaired kidneys have a hard time replacing blood any major loss from dialysis treatments, hemorrhaging from an injury or heavy menstrual flows can exacerbate anemia in a kidney patient.

Another thing that can aggravate anemia in kidney patients is chronic infections. This can sometimes be an issue when dialysis is involved; so often mainstream medical doctors will use prophylactic antibiotics to avoid this situation. A more complementary approach to this may be available with the help of an experienced naturopath.

Normal kidneys stimulate the creation of red blood cells through the release of a hormone called erythropoietin (EPO). This hormone triggers the bone marrow in the long bones to produce a certain amount of red blood cells.

Of the kidney disease symptoms, a significant one is the lack of EPO production. Diseased kidneys often cannot make enough to maintain a decent level of red blood cells to avoid anemia. Treatment for this problem can easily be remedied with a synthetic form of the hormone, given as an injection several times a week until it is resolved.

Generally the severity of anemia increases with kidney decline, so it is always a concern that should be closely monitored with regular blood testing; for red blood cell counts as well as urine tests for kidney functionality. Once the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is less than 30ml/min, it is most likely that a person will develop some degree of anemia.

Kidney disease symptoms can also be greatly influenced by dietary factors. Adequate intake of essential vitamins and minerals are key to maintaining kidney health. With proper intake of vital nutrients like iron, B12 and folic acid to support your kidneys, anemia may be avoided, and further kidney decline prevented. In cases of severe anemia, iron supplements in particular may be necessary. Which will help prevent, or reverse, many kidney disease symptoms.

Normally the kidneys balance a variety of substances that leave and enter the blood stream through its filtration system. These essential organs are in control of the equilibrium of electrolytes (sodium, calcium and potassium) in our bloodstream and they are responsible for urine formation. The kidneys also play a vital role in red blood cell formation as well as many metabolic hormones. Most kidney disease symptoms are manifestations of an imbalance in one of these processes.

Some evidence of chronic kidney weakness can include lower back pain, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), premature graying of the hair, constant exhaustion, impotence and frigidity, excessive urination, wheezing and morning diarrhea. These are all indicators of waste products containing nitrogen and ammonia building-up in the kidneys, and if left untreated, they ultimately cause disease.

Abnormal characteristics of urine output are also relative kidney disease symptoms. Any urine with cloudiness or foul odor can mean the presence of blood, bile, bacteria or large amounts of toxins in the system. Many health care providers and natural healers will monitor urine qualities to gauge renal status while caring for someone with chronic kidney disease.

Recurrent bladder, UTI, kidney infections and stones are more serious signs of kidney disease. These occur when there is a significant loss of cellular vitality within the urinary tract and will need to be addressed on a deeper level. They are often treated heavily with prescription medications, but natural alternatives are always a safer option.

The best practice in eliminating most kidney disease symptoms is to replace any loss of filtration by cleaning out the cellular matrix through detoxification. Any garbage that is held in the cells of the urinary tract will clog up the natural order of fluid exchange and this is considered a major underlying cause of renal malfunction.  Many herbal supplements, teas and superfoods are available to aid in kidney detoxification.

Key dietary changes can be made to regain kidney health; most importantly focusing on the control of electrolyte levels through nutrition therapy and proper hydration. Another area to focus on is the intake of acidic and high protein foods; since the end product of these is extremely hard for the kidneys to breakdown. This includes avoiding highly refined carbohydrates and simple sugars.

Allopathic medicine regards chronic kidney disease as an irreversible dilemma, but modern holistic healers have found great results with dietary changes, supplementation and adjustments to activity levels. Many people have been able to heal their kidneys completely.

Avoiding direct causes of kidney disease symptoms and making basic lifestyle modifications are important ways of creating a healing environment for your body.