45 YO man comeds to ED with: -Sudden onset severe headache -Nausea/vomiting 10 year hx of htn. Doesnt take meds for it. Mother and uncle have kidney problems and need dialysis. Physical exam shows mild nuchal rigidity. Abdo exam shows bilateral abdominal masses. LP shows CSF with a yellowish appearance. 1. What is that pathology for his current presentation. 2. What is the likely underlying cause that has led to this current pathology?

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1. 45 YO man comeds to ED with: -Sudden onset severe headache -Nausea/vomiting 10 year hx of htn. Doesnt take meds for it. Mother and uncle have kidney problems and need dialysis. Physical exam shows mild nuchal rigidity. Abdo exam shows bilateral abdominal masses. LP shows CSF with a yellowish appearance. 1. What is that pathology for his current presentation. 2. What is the likely underlying cause that has led to this current pathology?