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| name = Hyperaldosteronism | |||
| image = [[File:Aldosterone-2D-skeletal.svg|150px]] | |||
| caption = Chemical structure of [[aldosterone]] | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| synonyms = [[Aldosteronism]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hypertension]], [[hypokalemia]], [[muscle weakness]], [[fatigue (medical)|fatigue]], [[headache]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[stroke]], [[kidney damage]] | |||
| onset = Typically [[adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Primary hyperaldosteronism]], [[secondary hyperaldosteronism]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[obesity]], [[high-sodium diet]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]], [[urine test]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Hypertension]], [[Cushing's syndrome]], [[renal artery stenosis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Spironolactone]], [[eplerenone]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = 5-10% of [[hypertension]] cases | |||
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'''Hyperaldosteronism''' is a medical condition where the adrenal glands produce too much of the hormone aldosterone. This can lead to a variety of symptoms and health problems, including high blood pressure and low potassium levels. There are two main types of hyperaldosteronism: primary and secondary. | '''Hyperaldosteronism''' is a medical condition where the adrenal glands produce too much of the hormone aldosterone. This can lead to a variety of symptoms and health problems, including high blood pressure and low potassium levels. There are two main types of hyperaldosteronism: primary and secondary. | ||
==Primary Hyperaldosteronism== | ==Primary Hyperaldosteronism== | ||
[[Primary hyperaldosteronism]], also known as Conn's syndrome, is caused by a problem with one or both of the adrenal glands. This could be due to an adrenal adenoma (a benign tumor), hyperplasia (an enlargement of the adrenal glands), or, rarely, adrenal cancer. | [[Primary hyperaldosteronism]], also known as Conn's syndrome, is caused by a problem with one or both of the adrenal glands. This could be due to an adrenal adenoma (a benign tumor), hyperplasia (an enlargement of the adrenal glands), or, rarely, adrenal cancer. | ||
==Secondary Hyperaldosteronism== | ==Secondary Hyperaldosteronism== | ||
[[Secondary hyperaldosteronism]] is caused by something outside of the adrenal glands that leads to excess aldosterone production. This could be due to conditions like kidney disease, heart failure, or certain types of liver disease. | [[Secondary hyperaldosteronism]] is caused by something outside of the adrenal glands that leads to excess aldosterone production. This could be due to conditions like kidney disease, heart failure, or certain types of liver disease. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of hyperaldosteronism can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Common symptoms can include: | The symptoms of hyperaldosteronism can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Common symptoms can include: | ||
* High blood pressure | * High blood pressure | ||
* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
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* Muscle weakness | * Muscle weakness | ||
* Increased thirst and urination | * Increased thirst and urination | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Hyperaldosteronism is diagnosed through a series of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and imaging tests. These tests can help to determine the level of aldosterone in the body and identify any potential causes. | Hyperaldosteronism is diagnosed through a series of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and imaging tests. These tests can help to determine the level of aldosterone in the body and identify any potential causes. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment for hyperaldosteronism depends on the underlying cause. This can include medication to lower aldosterone levels, lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, or surgery to remove an adrenal tumor or to treat the underlying cause. | The treatment for hyperaldosteronism depends on the underlying cause. This can include medication to lower aldosterone levels, lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, or surgery to remove an adrenal tumor or to treat the underlying cause. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Adrenal gland]] | * [[Adrenal gland]] | ||
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* [[Kidney disease]] | * [[Kidney disease]] | ||
* [[Heart failure]] | * [[Heart failure]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | [[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Adrenal gland disorders]] | [[Category:Adrenal gland disorders]] | ||
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| Hyperaldosteronism | |
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| Synonyms | Aldosteronism |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hypertension, hypokalemia, muscle weakness, fatigue, headache |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, stroke, kidney damage |
| Onset | Typically adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Primary hyperaldosteronism, secondary hyperaldosteronism |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, obesity, high-sodium diet |
| Diagnosis | Blood test, urine test, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypertension, Cushing's syndrome, renal artery stenosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Spironolactone, eplerenone, surgery |
| Medication | Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | 5-10% of hypertension cases |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hyperaldosteronism is a medical condition where the adrenal glands produce too much of the hormone aldosterone. This can lead to a variety of symptoms and health problems, including high blood pressure and low potassium levels. There are two main types of hyperaldosteronism: primary and secondary.
Primary Hyperaldosteronism[edit]
Primary hyperaldosteronism, also known as Conn's syndrome, is caused by a problem with one or both of the adrenal glands. This could be due to an adrenal adenoma (a benign tumor), hyperplasia (an enlargement of the adrenal glands), or, rarely, adrenal cancer.
Secondary Hyperaldosteronism[edit]
Secondary hyperaldosteronism is caused by something outside of the adrenal glands that leads to excess aldosterone production. This could be due to conditions like kidney disease, heart failure, or certain types of liver disease.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hyperaldosteronism can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Common symptoms can include:
- High blood pressure
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Muscle weakness
- Increased thirst and urination
Diagnosis[edit]
Hyperaldosteronism is diagnosed through a series of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and imaging tests. These tests can help to determine the level of aldosterone in the body and identify any potential causes.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for hyperaldosteronism depends on the underlying cause. This can include medication to lower aldosterone levels, lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, or surgery to remove an adrenal tumor or to treat the underlying cause.
