Aldosterone Flashcards
1
Q
What is the effect of excess production of aldosterone?
A
Increased sodium and water retention
Reduced renin release
2
Q
What features should make you consider primary hyperaldosteronism?
A
Hypertension
Hypokalaemia
Alkalosis in someone not on diuretics
3
Q
What is phaeochromocytoma?
A
Rate catecholamine-producing tumours?
4
Q
What is the classic triad of phaeochromocytoma?
A
Episodic headache,
Sweating
Tachycardia
