Kidney Disease and Sleep Apnea
People with chronic kidney disease often get sleep apnea, where breathing stops for a bit during sleep. If you’re snoring loud or feeling wiped out even after a full night’s sleep, it’s time to see a doctor. Catching these issues early can stop more kidney damage.
Headaches, Fatigue, Weakness: Anemia Clues
Healthy kidneys make a hormone called erythropoietin (EPO) that’s crucial for making red blood cells. When kidney function drops, your body makes less EPO, so you get fewer red blood cells and less oxygen to your muscles and brain. That leads to tiredness, headaches, and feeling weak.
Anemia is common in kidney disease. If you’re always tired, weak, or getting lots of headaches even with enough rest, see a healthcare provider. Early diagnosis can mean better treatment and a slower kidney disease march.