Kidney Failure Overview:

The kidneys are responsible for filtering bacteria and excess salt.  When someone has kidney failure, the bacteria and salts build up, affecting the heart, brain, lungs, and other vital parts of the body.

Kidney Failure Causes:

Some people develop kidney failure slowly or very rapidly.  High blood pressure, diabetes, and other diseases like glomerulonephritis can cause kidney failure.

Kidney Failure Symptoms:

Symptoms of kidney failure include abdominal pain, fatigue, decrease urine output, sharp back pains, increased blood pressure, pallid skin tone, cramps, weakness, nausea, decreased appetite, and body swelling.