Hypertensive arteriolar nephrosclerosis
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Hypertensive arteriolar nephrosclerosis is progressive kidney damage caused by long-standing, poorly controlled high blood pressure (hypertension).
The person may develop symptoms of chronic kidney disease such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, itching, and confusion.
The person may also have symptoms related to damage to other organs caused by the high blood pressure.
Doctors make the diagnosis based on the person
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