Acute Kidney Failure

1. Diagnosi

1.1. Blood tests.

1.2. Creatinine

1.3. Urea nitrogen

1.4. Urine tests

1.5. Imaging tests

2. Damage to the kidneys

3. Causes

3.1. Impaired blood flow to the kidneys

3.2. Pregnancy

3.3. Some infections

3.4. Urine blockage in the kidneys

4. Symptoms

4.1. Decreased urine output

4.2. Fluid retention, causing swelling in your legs, ankles or feet

4.3. Shortness of breath

4.4. Drowsiness

4.5. Fatigue

4.6. Nosebleed

4.7. Confusion

4.8. Seizures or coma in severe cases

4.9. Chest pain or pressure

5. Treatment

5.1. Drugs

5.2. Dialysis

5.3. Diet