and remove waste. When kidney function is impaired, fluid may accumulate in tissues. Protein leaking into the urine can also be associated with swelling.
Kidney-related swelling may appear around the:
* Eyes
* Face
* Ankles
* Feet
* Lower legs
Repeated puffiness together with foamy urine, ankle swelling, or high blood pressure deserves medical evaluation.
## 5. Scratches, Sores, or Skin Damage From Severe Itching
Kidney disease does not usually cause mysterious skin wounds directly.
However, severe chronic itching can lead to repeated scratching, which may damage the skin.
The National Kidney Foundation notes that
