Acute kidney injury
Seriousहिंदी: तीव्र गुर्दे की विफलता · தமிழ்: கடுமையான சிறுநீரக செயலிழப்பு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ತೀವ್ರ ಮೂತ್ರಪಿಂಡ ವೈಫಲ್ಯ · తెలుగు: తీవ్రమైన మూత్రపిండాల వైఫల్యం · বাংলা: তীব্র কিডনি ব্যর্থতা · मराठी: तीव्र मूत्रपिंड निकामी होणे · ગુજરાતી: તીવ્ર કિડની નિષ્ફળતા
About this condition
Acute kidney injury is a sudden decline in kidney function that can occur from severe dehydration, infections like leptospirosis, medications, or snake bites. It requires urgent medical attention as toxins can build up in the blood. Early treatment can often reverse the condition.
Common symptoms
reduced urine outputswelling in legsfatigueconfusionnauseashortness of breath
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When to see a doctor: immediately
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Acute kidney injury?
reduced urine output, swelling in legs, fatigue, confusion, nausea, shortness of breath.
When should I see a doctor?
immediately
Is Acute kidney injury common in India?
Acute kidney injury is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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