E20-E35: Disorders of other endocrine glands
E26: Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperaldosteronism is a group of medical conditions primarily characterized by an overproduction of aldosterone, a hormone produced by your adrenal glands to balance the levels of sodium and potassium in your blood. This overproduction can result from a variety of factors, either from an issue in the adrenal glands themselves, such as a benign growth (also known as primary hyperaldosteronism or Conn's Syndrome) or from the effect of certain other conditions, such as kidney disease or heart failure (secondary hyperaldosteronism). Common symptoms may include high blood pressure, muscle weakness, frequent urination and excessive thirst. Without proper management, hyperaldosteronism can progress and result in complications like heart disease or stroke. The condition specifically impacts the body's endocrine and cardiovascular systems.
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