Muscle Spasms
Muscle spasms, or cramps, happen when a muscle suddenly and violently contracts and does not release. The kidneys are crucial in a healthy person’s ability to maintain a steady fluid balance and electrolytes. It works by filtering the blood and expelling specific components in the body. Electrolytes, which are charged molecules, play a role in the conduction of electrical impulses in the body, including those that control muscle movement.
Some electrolytes can become unbalanced due to a disruption in the body’s fluid and balance caused by renal dysfunction. This can disrupt the normal conduction of nerve and muscular signals throughout the body. The appropriate interchange of these electrolyte ions outside and within cells is essential to neuronal responses and muscle function.
When kidney function is severely impaired, the accumulation of metabolic waste products in the bloodstream becomes a problem. Muscle twitches, weakness, discomfort, and cramping are all muscle and nerve damage symptoms in kidney failure. Additionally, some individuals may have a tingling or numbness in their limbs and develop restless leg syndrome.
Damaged kidneys may lead to calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium electrolyte abnormalities. For instance, weak phosphorus regulation and insufficient calcium have been linked to muscular cramping.
