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Chronic renal failure is a gradual and progressive loss of the ability of the kidneys to excrete wastes, concentrate urine, and conserve electrolytes . |
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Symptoms
Initial symptoms may include the following: Fatigue; Frequent hiccups; General ill feeling; Generalized itching (prur...
Causes
Unlike acute renal failure, chronic renal failure slowly gets worse. It most often results from any disease that caus...
Tests
There may be mild to severe high blood pressure. A neurologic examination may show polyneuropathy. Abnormal heart or ...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to control symptoms, reduce complications, and slow the progression of the disease. Diseases...
Complications
Anemia; Cardiac tamponade; Changes in blood sugar metabolism; Congestive heart failure; Decreased functioning of whit...
Prevention
Treatment of the underlying disorders may help prevent or delay development of chronic renal failure. Diabetics shoul...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if nausea or vomiting persists for more than 2 weeks. Call your health care provider i...
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