Patient's question:
My uncle has high blood pressure, and he recently found out that his kidneys aren't doing well either. I want to ask what the difference is between hypertensive nephropathy and nephropathy caused by hypertension?Doctor's answer:
Hypertensive nephropathy is characterized by the onset of hypertension first, which progresses to cause kidney damage. Nephrogenic hypertension, on the other hand, is caused by kidney disease leading to elevated blood pressure. Hypertensive nephropathy is more common in middle-aged and elderly individuals, while nephrogenic hypertension is more prevalent in younger people.Clinical manifestations: Hypertensive nephropathy exhibits fewer symptoms, whereas nephrogenic hypertension manifests after the onset of hypertension. In nephrogenic hypertension, changes in urinalysis typically occur before the development of hypertension.
It is recommended to seek medical attention and treatment promptly.