Hyperaldosteronism (patient information)

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What is Hyperaldosteronism?

Primary and secondary hyperaldosteronism are conditions in which the adrenal gland releases too much of the hormone aldosterone.

What are the symptoms of Hyperaldosteronism?

• Fatigue
• Headache
• High blood pressure
• Intermittent paralysis
• Muscle weakness
• Numbness

What are the causes of Hyperaldosteronism?

Persons with primary hyperaldosteronism have a problem with the adrenal gland that causes it to release too much aldosterone.

In secondary hyperaldosteronism, the excess aldosterone is caused by something outside the adrenal gland that mimics the primary condition.

Primary hyperaldosteronism used to be considered a rare condition, but some experts believe that it may be the cause of high blood pressure in some patients. Most cases of primary hyperaldosteronism are caused by a noncancerous (benign) tumor of the adrenal gland.

Secondary hyperaldosteronism is generally related to high blood pressure. It is also related to disorders such as:

• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Heart failure
• Nephrotic syndrome

Who is at risk for Hyperaldosteronism?

The condition is common in people ages 30 - 50.

How to know you have Hyperaldosteronism?

• Abdominal CT scan
• ECG
• Plasma aldosterone level
• Plasma renin activity
• Serum potassium level
• Urinary aldosterone

Occasionally, it is necessary to insert a catheter into the veins of the adrenal glands to determine which of the adrenals contains the growth.

This disease may also affect the results of the following tests:

• CO2
• Serum magnesium
• Serum sodium
• Urine potassium
• Urine sodium

When to seek urgent medical care

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of hyperaldosteronism.

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