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Acute renal failure is sudden loss of the ability of the kidneys to excrete wastes, concentrate urine, and conserve electrolytes . ("Acute" means sudden, "renal" refers to the kidneys.)
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Symptoms
Decrease in amount of urine (oliguria; Urination stops (anuria; Excessive urination at night; Ankle, feet, and leg swel...
Causes
There are many possible causes of kidney damage. They include: Decreased blood flow, which may occur with extremely low...
Tests
Examination and testing can help diagnose acute kidney failure and help rule out other problems that can affect kidney ...
Treatments
Once the cause is found, the goal of treatment is to restore kidney function and prevent fluid and waste from building ...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of having an illness can often be helped by joining a support group where members share common experiences a...
Complications
Loss of blood in the intestines; Chronic (ongoing) kidney failure; End-stage renal disease; Damage to the heart or nerv...
Prevention
Treating disorders such as high blood pressure can help prevent acute kidney failure. Unfortunately, prevention is not ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if your urine output slows or stops or you have other symptoms of acute kidney failure.
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