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Stage 4 kidney disease can bring on a range of symptoms as the kidneys struggle to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. Here are the common symptoms to watch for:

- Changes in how often you urinate
- Foamy or bubbly urine
- Fatigue and weakness
- Lower back pain
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
- Poor appetite Show Full Answer

Stage 4 kidney disease can bring on a range of symptoms as the kidneys struggle to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. Here are the common symptoms to watch for:

- Changes in how often you urinate
- Foamy or bubbly urine
- Fatigue and weakness
- Lower back pain
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
- Poor appetite
- Swelling in the arms, legs, and face
- Itchy skin
- Brain fog (confusion or trouble focusing)
- Shortness of breath It's worth noting that some people may not notice all — or even any — of these symptoms right away, which is why regular check-ins with your nephrologist are so important at this stage.

Keeping a close eye on your kidney function through blood and urine tests helps your care team catch any changes early and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

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Stage 4 Kidney Disease: Life Expectancy and Progression Risks