Primary aldosteronism. Primary aldosteronism, also known as primary hyperaldosteronism or Conn's syndrome, is excess production of the hormone aldosterone by the adrenal glands resulting in low renin levels. Often it produces few symptoms. Most people have high blood pressure which may cause poor vision or headaches.
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In hyperaldosteronism, overproduction of aldosterone leads to fluid retention and increased blood pressure, weakness, and, rarely, periods of paralysis. Hyperaldosteronism can be caused by a tumor in the adrenal gland or may be a response to some diseases. High aldosterone levels can cause high blood pressure and low potassium levels. Low potassium levels may cause weakness, tingling, muscle spasms, and periods of temporary paralysis.
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Hyperaldosteronism is a condition in which the adrenal gland releases too much of the hormone called aldosterone. The normal function of aldosterone is to maintain adequate levels of potassium and sodium in blood and also to regulate the blood pressure.
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Primary Hyperaldosteronism. What is Primary Hyperaldosteronism. Primary hyperaldosteronism is a disease caused by an excess production of the normal adrenal hormone aldosterone. This hormone is responsible for sodium and potassium balance, which then directly controls water balance to maintain appropriate blood pressure and blood volume.
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Definition. 1  Hyperaldosteronism is a disorder which is defined by the body's overproduction of aldosterone, a hormone that controls sodium and potassium levels in the blood. Its overproduction leads to retention of salt and loss of potassium, which leads to hypertension (high blood pressure).
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Primary aldosteronism. The term primary hyperaldosteronism (or primary aldosteronism [PA]) refers to a renin-independent increase in the secretion of aldosterone. This condition is principally a disease of adulthood, with its peak incidence in the fourth to sixth decades of life.
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Doctors who suspect hyperaldosteronism first test the levels of sodium and potassium in the blood. Doctors may also measure aldosterone levels. If they are high, spironolactone or eplerenone, drugs that block the action of aldosterone, may be given to see if the levels of sodium and potassium return to normal.
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Definition. 1  Hyperaldosteronism is a disorder which is defined by the body's overproduction of aldosterone, a hormone that controls sodium and potassium levels in the blood. 2  Also known as Conn's syndrome, primary aldosteronism, and secondary aldosteronism, this disorder takes several forms.
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Hyperaldosteronism is characterized by excessive secretion of aldosterone, which causes increases in sodium reabsorption and loss of potassium and hydrogen ions. It may be either primary (autonomous) or secondary.
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Hyperaldosteronism is a condition in which the adrenal gland releases too much of the hormone called aldosterone. Secondary Hyperaldosteronism is dependent upon the underlying causative factors and can occur at any age. It is mainly caused by a reduced blood flow to the kidneys with resultant overproduction of aldosterone.
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what is hyperaldosteronism
An excess production of the hormone aldosterone by the adrenal glands resulting in low renin levels is called as hyperaldosteronism.