Skin Changes Can Signal Kidney Disease

• Skin changes can be early indicators of kidney disease, appearing as the disease progresses.
• Extremely dry skin (xerosis) affects about 72% of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients due to weakened kidneys affecting sweat and oil glands.
• Persistent, severe itching is common in 56% of CKD patients, caused by waste product buildup affecting nerves.
• Severe kidney damage can lead to skin rashes, itchy bumps, purple spots, or ulcers, particularly on the legs.
• Kidney disease increases susceptibility to fungal or bacterial skin infections, affecting about 43% of patients.

Why It Matters: Your skin can reveal early signs of serious kidney problems.