Hyperaldosteronism
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Hyperaldosteronism is a medical condition wherein too much aldosterone is produced by the adrenal glands, which can lead to lowered levels of potassium in the blood (hypokalemia) and increased hydrogen ion excretion (alkalosis).
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Hyperaldosteronism | |
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Other names | Aldosteronism[1] |
Aldosterone | |
Specialty | Endocrinology |
Symptoms | Nocturia |
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This cause of mineralocorticoid excess is primary hyperaldosteronism reflecting excess production of aldosterone by adrenal zona glomerulosa. Bilateral micronodular hyperplasia is more common than unilateral adrenal adenoma.