Kidney failure in the early stages is often difficult to detect because many of the symptoms can be attributed to other conditions and because the onset of this condition is usually a slow gradual process. Many people don't experience symptoms until the damage to the kidneys is too serious to be stopped or reversed.
If you are at increased risk of developing kidney disease (eg if you have diabetes or high blood pressure) it is important to ensure that your kidney function is regularly monitored. If the damage is detected early enough then it may be possible to prevent serious damage occurring.
Signs and symptoms of chronic kidney disease include:
