Beware Of 6 Signs Of Kidney Diseases Seen On The Skin

Kidney illustration (Photo: Freepik/Flowo)

JAKARTA - Kidney disease not only has an impact on the internal organs, but can also give rise to signs that are clearly visible on the skin. Many people do not realize that the skin can be a reflection of kidney health conditions.

If you experience changes to your skin such as excessive dryness, itching that never subsides, or color change, it could be a signal that your kidneys are not functioning properly.

Kidneys play an important role in filtering dirt and toxins from the blood. When this function is disturbed, the poison will accumulate and cause various symptoms, including disorders in the skin.

Dr. Rinky Kapoor, Dermatologist consultant at The Esthetic Clinics explains six symptoms of kidney disorders that can be seen from the skin, as reported by the Hindustan Times page.

1. Very Dry Or Xerotic Skin

Extreme dry skin accompanied by scales such as fish skin can be an early sign of kidney disease. This is due to blockages in the sweat gland due to kidney function disorders. The skin looks rough, cracked, and risks infection.

2. Changes in Skin Color

The skin can experience hyperpigmentation, yellowing, until it appears gray because of blood that is not well filtered. The toxins that accumulate give the skin an unnatural color. In some cases, the skin can look very pale or even darker than usual.

3. Itching That Continues

Itching is one of the most common and painful symptoms in kidney disease patients. This itching usually worsens at night, thus disrupting sleep quality and daily activities.

4. Bekas Garukan dan Luka

Overly itching often makes sufferers scratch their skin non-stop and leave scars and wounds. If left unchecked, this condition can cause bleeding and open wounds to become difficult to heal.

5. White spots to thick skin

Another sign that is often seen is the appearance of white spots, thickened skin, or felt bintiles. This indicates that metabolic disorders occur due to kidney failure.

6. Ruam Gatal and Benjolan

The buildup of dirt under the skin can also cause an itching rash and accompanied by a small bump. This foam can spread and feels very disturbing, especially when sweating or exposed to heat.