According to Arora and colleagues, individuals who are inadequately dialyzed experience the following manifestations of uremia:
Pericarditis: Can be complicated by cardiac tamponade, possibly resulting in death if unrecognized
Encephalopathy: Can progress to coma and death
Peripheral neuropathy, usually asymptomatic
Restless leg syndrome
Gastrointestinal symptoms: Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Skin manifestations, such as dry skin, pruritus, and ecchymosis
Fatigue, increased somnolence, and failure to thrive
Malnutrition
Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and amenorrhea
Platelet dysfunction with tendency to bleed
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