Recently (within the past few months), i've noticed water retension in my hands and fingers (rings don't fit), and even more recently, a gurgling sound in my right ear when I bend over and stand back up (like the sound you hear when you have water in your ear). I have had only one kidney since I was 11 yrs. Old (now 49) and am wondering if anyone on this forum (or anyone you know) has had these symptoms relating to kidney problems (especially the water gurgling sound in the ear)? Thank you.