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Conn's syndrome: Introduction

Conn's syndrome: An uncommon (but possible highly underdiagnosed) condition characterized by the excessive production of a hormone called aldosterone by the adrenal gland. The condition may result from the presence of an adenoma, carcinoma or enlargement of the adrenal gland or glands. The severity of the condition is variable with some patients simply suffering high blood pressure and no other symptoms. Due to the high degree of variation in presenting symptoms, the condition may be frequently underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Conn's syndrome is available below.

Symptoms of Conn's syndrome

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Treatments for Conn's syndrome

Treatment primarily revolves around managing high blood pressure, fluid buildup and low blood potassium levels. Surgery on the adrenal glands often results in significant improvement in management of symptoms
Treatment measures include:
Low-salt diet
Medications: Potassium supplementation, Spironolactone, thiazide diuretics, calcium channel antagonists, angiotensin II blockers, ACE inhibitors
Surgery - one or both adrenals may need to be removed
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Conn's syndrome: Complications

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Enlarged heart (see Heart symptoms)
Loss of deep tendon reflexes
Heart disease - due to high blood pressure
Stroke - due to high blood pressure
Congestive heart failure - due to high blood pressure
Coronary artery disease - due to high blood pressure
Abnormal heart rhythm - due to low blood potassium levels
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Causes of Conn's syndrome

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Prognosis for Conn's syndrome

Prognosis for Conn's syndrome: If the condition is not correctly diagnosed, the blood pressure may be difficult to control. Poor blood pressure control can result in complications such as kidney failure, heart disease and stroke.

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Definitions of Conn's syndrome:

An ADENOMA of the ZONA GLOMERULOSA that produces ALDOSTERONE and HYPERALDOSTERONISM. - (Source - Diseases Database)

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