Pseudoaldosteronism
Overview
A rare genetic disorder involving early onset high blood pressure, reduced aldosterone secretion, hypokalemia and metabolic acidosis. The disorder originates from kidney dysfunction rather than impaired aldosterone secretion.
Symptoms
* Metabolic acidosis * High blood pressure * Low rennin level * Low blood potassium level * Reduced aldosterone secretion
Diagnosis
signs and symptoms of Pseudoaldosteronism may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Pseudoaldosteronism symptoms.
Treatment
Reduced salt intake, kidney transplant