Pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2
Overview
A rare condition characterized by electrolyte disorders caused by the kidney's inability to respond to aldosterone. Type II is differentiated from Type I in that sodium wasting doesn't occur
Symptoms
* Hypertension * High blood potassium * Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis * Low aldosterone level * Low blood renin level * Hypervolemia
Diagnosis
* Blood Pressure Tests * Blood Pressure Monitors * Heart Tests
Prognosis
Prognosis of Pseudohypoaldosteronism type II: good