8. Presence Of A Lump Or Mass In The Abdomen
The presence of a lump or mass in the abdomen may be caused by the growth of a tumor in the kidney. Malignant tumors can grow quickly and invade nearby tissue, while benign tumors tend to grow slowly and remain confined to a specific area.
When a tumor grows in the kidney, it can cause the kidney to become enlarged, which can then be felt as a lump or mass in the abdomen.
7. Low Back Pain On One Side
Kidney cancer can cause low back pain on one side, typically the side of the affected kidney. This is because as the tumor grows, it can put pressure on the nearby nerves and muscles in the lower back, causing pain.
Additionally, the tumor may also put pressure on the renal vein or artery, which can cause pain in the back and side. If cancer has spread to other parts of the body, such as the bones, it can also cause back pain.
6. Fatigue
In the case of kidney cancer, the tumor can cause fatigue by producing certain hormones that can affect the body’s metabolism. The cancer cells themselves can also consume large amounts of energy, leaving less for the rest of the body.
Additionally, some people with kidney cancer may experience pain or discomfort that can lead to fatigue.
5. Loss Of Appetite
There are several reasons why people with kidney cancer lose their appetite. One possible cause is cancer itself.
Kidney tumors can grow large enough to press on the stomach or intestines, which can make it difficult for food to pass through the digestive tract. This can lead to feelings of fullness and loss of appetite.
4. Weight Loss
Kidney cancer can lead to weight loss in several ways. One possible explanation is that the tumor may cause loss of appetite, which can result in decreased food intake and weight loss. Cancer may also produce hormones or other substances that can lead to weight loss.
Another way is that as the cancerous cells grow, they may crowd out normal cells in the kidney, leading to a decrease in kidney function. This can result in a buildup of toxins in the blood, which can cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
3. Anemia
Anemia or low red blood cell count in kidney cancer can be caused by a number of factors, including blood loss from the cancerous tumor, decreased production of erythropoietin (a hormone that regulates red blood cell production) by the cancerous kidney, and nutrient deficiencies caused by a poor appetite or difficulty absorbing nutrients due to cancer.
Additionally, some cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, can also cause anemia by destroying healthy cells in the body, including red blood cells.
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