Swelling under the eyes: If puffiness persists even after good sleep, then it may be kidney disease, know the signs from the doctor.

News India Live, Digital Desk: It is often considered normal to see slight swelling or puffiness under the eyes after waking up in the morning, which gets cured within some time. But if you are getting enough sleep and still the swelling under the eyes is not reducing, then do not ignore it as just the effect of fatigue or age. Nephrology Specialist at Aakash Healthcare Dr. Bhanu Mishra According to , this could be an early sign of your kidney disease.

What is the connection between eye swelling and kidney?

The main function of the kidneys is to remove waste products and excess fluids from the body. When the kidneys do not function properly, the balance of salt and water in the body gets disturbed.

Edema: When the kidneys lose their ability to filter, sodium starts accumulating in the body. Due to this, fluid starts accumulating in the tissues of the body, which is called ‘edema’ in medical language.

Periorbital edema: The tissue around the eyes is very soft, so fluid accumulation first appears here. This is called ‘periorbital edema’.

Other symptoms of kidney failure

If you experience these symptoms along with swelling under the eyes, you should immediately contact a doctor:

Swelling in feet and ankles: Heaviness in the feet or marks from socks till evening.

Changes in urination: Decreased urination, foamy urine (a sign of protein) or dark urine.

Extreme Fatigue: Feeling weakness due to anemia and increase in toxins.

Loss of appetite and nausea: Nausea due to accumulation of dirt in the body.

Dry and itchy skin: Impaired balance of minerals and nutrients in the blood.

Doctor’s advice: what to do?

According to Dr. Bhanu Mishra, if swelling under the eyes persists, it is important to get some tests done:

KFT (Kidney Function Test): This reveals the levels of creatinine and urea.

Urine Test: To see whether the protein (Albumin) is not coming out from the body through urine.

Blood pressure check: High BP is both the main cause and symptom of kidney disease.

preventive measures

Reduce salt intake: Excess sodium prevents water retention in the body.

Stay hydrated: Drink enough water throughout the day, but if kidney problem has been diagnosed, then decide the amount of water as per the doctor’s advice.

Healthy Diet: Eat fresh fruits and vegetables and avoid processed foods.