Conn syndrome
Conn syndrome
Human Development
Human Development
Development of the reproductive system
Anatomy and physiology of the male reproductive system
Anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system
Menstrual cycle
Pregnancy
Stages of labor
Menopause
Premature ovarian failure
Testosterone
Estrogen and progesterone
Oxytocin and prolactin
Hyperprolactinemia
Breastfeeding
Precocious puberty
Delayed puberty
Preeclampsia & eclampsia
Polycystic ovary syndrome
5-alpha-reductase deficiency
Androgen insensitivity syndrome
Klinefelter syndrome
Turner syndrome
Endocrine system anatomy and physiology
Adrenocorticotropic hormone
Growth hormone and somatostatin
Acromegaly
Thyroid hormones
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Primary adrenal insufficiency
Hyperaldosteronism
Conn syndrome
Cushing syndrome
Pheochromocytoma
Prader-Willi syndrome
Angelman syndrome
Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
Key Takeaways
Conn syndrome, also known as primary hyperaldosteronism, is a rare disorder caused by high levels of aldosterone hormone. Aldosterone is produced by the adrenal gland, promotes Sodium conservation in the kidney, and helps the body keep Sodium and water balance.
In Conn syndrome, the adrenal gland produces too much aldosterone, and this causes the body to retain too much salt and water. This can lead to high blood pressure, edema, and hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood). Conn syndrome can be caused by adrenal hyperplasia or adrenal adenoma.