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Veteran actor Satish Shah, remembered for his unforgettable roles in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, passed away at the age of 74 on October 25. The actor, who had reportedly been unwell for several months, died of kidney failure. According to reports, an emergency call was made from his Mumbai residence after he was found unresponsive. Doctors from P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre rushed to his home and began CPR in the ambulance, but it was too late. Satish Shah had been battling type 2 diabetes for years and had undergone a kidney transplant in the past. Unfortunately, his health complications worsened in recent weeks. Early Signs Of Kidney Failure Kidney failure doesn't happen overnight. Kidney issues often develop slowly, and sometimes the early signs can be hard to pin, since they look like regular issues and can be mistaken for everyday fatigue or ageing. According to experts, people, especially those with diabetes or high blood pressure should pay close attention to small changes in their health. Some of the early symptoms of kidney failure include: Persistent fatigue or weakness, due to waste buildup in the bloodSwelling in the legs, ankles, or around the eyes, caused by fluid retentionFrequent urination at night or changes in urine colour and volumeLoss of appetite, nausea, or metallic taste in the mouthShortness of breath, as fluid can build up in the lungsItchy or dry skin, a sign that the kidneys aren’t removing toxins properlyIt is important to note that these symptoms also appear after your kidneys have been significantly damaged. This is why regular kidney function tests, especially for diabetics, are a must. You can opt for regular blood tests to check your creatinine levels and a urine test for protein to detect early signs before the condition worsens. Risks And Complications After A Kidney Transplant As per a report in HT, Satish Shah had undergone a kidney transplant but had recently developed an infection. A kidney transplant can give patients a new lease on life, but it also requires lifelong care and constant monitoring. Doctors say that even when the surgery is successful, patients must remain on immunosuppressant medications to prevent the body from rejecting the new organ. But these medicines are not foolproof; they affect the immune system and can leave patients more prone to infections. Some of the common risks associated with kidney transplants include: Rejection of the transplanted kidney, even years after surgeryInfections, as a result of suppressed immunityHigh blood pressure and cardiovascular issuesDiabetes complications, which can reappear or worsen post-surgery
