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As the population ages, understanding geriatric-specific health concerns becomes more critical. For older adults, the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in older people is often a complex combination of primary kidney diseases and secondary systemic conditions.
A study in elderly patients undergoing renal biopsy identified idiopathic membranous nephropathy as the most common primary nephrotic syndrome. Understanding what is the most common nephrotic syndrome in the elderly requires considering both primary and secondary kidney diseases.
Affecting individuals of all ages, nephrotic syndrome is a serious kidney disorder. While pediatric cases, particularly minimal change disease, often resolve by the teen years, the question remains: **Does nephrotic syndrome go away with age** for adults and seniors? The answer is nuanced, depending on the underlying cause and the patient's overall health profile.
