HORMONAL DISORDER
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ALDOSTERONISM-Causes, symptoms and treatment
Aldosteronism is a problem that involves the adrenal gland producing more Aldosterone hormone than normal.
SOURCE OF ALDOSTERONISM
– Inherited genetics of this problem within a family or clan
– Excessive functioning of both adrenal glands
– Having cancer in one or two adrenal glands
– etc
SYMPTOMS OF ALDOSTERONISM INCLUDE;
– The patient gets very thirsty for water
– The patient gets frequent urination sensations
– Body weakness and Fatique
– Having high blood pressure
– Having a problem with muscle contraction(spasms)
– Frequent severe headaches
etc
TREATMENT OF ALDOSTERONISM
✓ The treatment of this problem depends on its source, but in general there are various treatments such as;
the use of drugs that inhibit the production of high levels of Aldosterone hormone as well as surgery and removal of these glands.
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