A patient is experiencing decreased urination, kidney pain, general swelling and ammonia-scented breath. They are referred to a nephrologist and told they need to be placed on the transplant list. This patient is most likely in the process of .....

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A patient is experiencing decreased urination, kidney pain, general swelling and ammonia-scented breath. They are referred to a nephrologist and told they need to be placed on the transplant list. This patient is most likely in the process of ____

A	Lupus Nephritis
B	Kidney Stones
C	Wilms Tumor
D	Renal Failure

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Symptoms of HUS include vomiting, bloody diarrhea (loose stool/poop), stomach pain, fever, chills, and headache.

Detailed explanation-2: -Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney disease. Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. But also heart disease and obesity can contribute to the damage that causes kidneys to fail. Urinary tract issues and inflammation in different parts of the kidney can also lead to long-term functional decline.

Detailed explanation-3: -Signs and symptoms of acute kidney failure may include: Decreased urine output, although occasionally urine output remains normal. Fluid retention, causing swelling in your legs, ankles or feet. Shortness of breath.

Detailed explanation-4: -Symptoms can include urinating at night, fatigue, nausea, itching, muscle twitching and cramps, loss of appetite, confusion, difficulty breathing, and body swelling (most commonly the legs). Diagnosis is by blood and urine tests.

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