What are the symptoms of acute kidney failure?

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Dr Chandra P

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Symptoms and signs include decreased urine output, fluid retention causing swelling in your legs/ ankles or feet, shortness of breath, fatigue, confusion, nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, chest pain or pressure and seizures or coma in severe case.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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