Phaeochromocytoma Flashcards
1
Q
What does a phaeochromcytoma secrete?
A
Noradrenaline and some adrenaline
2
Q
How does a pheochromcytoma present?
A
Severe headaches
Severe hypertension
orthostatic hypotension
vague sypmtoms )fever, night sweats
3
Q
What drugs can worsen a phaeochromocytoma?
A
Tricyclic antidepressants
beta’blockers
4
Q
What is the medical treatment for a phaeochromocytoma?
A
Alpha blockers then beta blockers
