Conn Syndrome / Disease

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Conn Syndrome

Synonyms of Conn Syndrome

Aldosteronism, Primary
Hyperaldosteronism, Primary

Disorder Subdivisions

General Discussion
Conn Syndrome is characterized by an increased level of the hormone aldosterone in the blood causing increased sodium levels in the blood. An increase in blood volume (hypervolemia), and a low potassium level (hypokalemic alkalosis) also occur. This disorder is characterized by periods of weakness, unusual sensations such as tingling and warmness, a transient paralysis, and muscle cramps. An increase in blood pressure (hypertension), excessive urination (polyuria), and excessive thirst (polydipsia) can also occur.

Organizations related to Conn Syndrome

NIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Information Center
P.O. Box 30105
Bethesda MD 20824-0105
Phone #: 301-592-8573
800 #: --
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: N/A
NIH/National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive & Kidney Diseases
Endocrine Diseases Metabolic Diseases Branch
Bethesda MD 20892-3570
Phone #: 301-654-3810
800 #: --
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.niddk.nih.gov
National Adrenal Diseases Foundation
505 Northern Boulevard
Great Neck NY 11021
Phone #: 516-487-4992
800 #: --
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.medhelp.org/nadf
National Hypertension Association, Inc.
324 East 30th Street
New York NY 10016
Phone #: 212-889-3557
800 #: 800-575-9355
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.nathypertension.org

For a Complete Report

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