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Common names:
  • Aldosteronism
  • Hyperaldosteronism
  • Primary Aldosteronism
A person with aldosteronism has abnormally high levels of the hormone, aldosterone, in the bloodstream. Aldosterone stimulates the kidneys to retain salt and water. Aldosteronism can cause high blood pressure.
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Last Updated: Jan 8, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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