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Symptoms of kidney failure include the following: 1  High levels of urea in the blood, which can result in: Vomiting or diarrhea (or both) which may lead to dehydration. Nausea. 2  A buildup of phosphates in the blood that diseased kidneys cannot filter out may cause: Itching. Bone damage.
Indeed, having a swollen kidney means there is an inflammation of the kidney which may indicate a serious kidney failure. Symptoms of a Swollen Kidney. A swollen kidney is already a significant sign and symptom that something big is happening within the body. The following symptoms can be seen in patients suffering from kidney failure: Burning pain on the back or the flank. Decreased urine output or sometimes no urine is produced. Nausea and vomiting. Loss of appetite. Fatigue and weakness. Sleep disturbance. Reduced mental alertness and confusion.