There are many options when it comes to the treatment of a kidney that fails to maintain normal function in the body. Kidney transplant surgery is one of the most successful ways to restore normal functioning of the affected kidneys as it allows for an access to greater freedom and a better quality of life.

A kidney transplant patient is more likely to enjoy bouts of energy and follow the less strict diet as compared to patients who choose an alternative treatment.

The kidney performs several important functions in the human body. Even slight damage to the kidneys can, therefore, cause a lot of problems. When the kidney is rendered incapable of its main function, that is, removal of waste products from the blood, a condition called uremia develops.

Unfortunately, the symptoms of this condition do not develop unless 90 percent of the kidney is damaged. This is the time when an individual would require a kidney transplantation surgery or dialysis to restore the normal functioning.

There are several other kidney diseases that warrant the need for a kidney transplantation. Some of these conditions include the following:

• Deep-rooted problem in the anatomy of the urinary tract
• Extremely high blood pressure
• Glomerulonephritis
• Polycystic kidney disease
• Diabetes mellitus

Symptoms of Kidney Dysfunction

Some of the common symptoms observed in the case of kidney diseases include the following:

• Shortness of breath and general fatigue
• Retention of fluid causing swelling (edema)
• Foamy and dark orange,  brown, red or tea-colored urine
• Increased frequency of urination
• Back pain
• Restless legs and inability to sleep due to leg cramps
• Metallic taste
• Breathing problems due to urea build up in blood
• Loss of appetite
• Numbness in the toes or fingertips and tingling sensation
• Problem concentrating