{"id":4567,"date":"2021-06-07T13:29:08","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T13:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/definition\/aldosterone\/"},"modified":"2021-06-07T13:29:08","modified_gmt":"2021-06-07T13:29:08","slug":"aldosterone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/definition\/aldosterone\/","title":{"rendered":"aldosterone"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The notion of aldosterone<\/strong> It is used in the field of biochemistry<\/strong>. It is a steroid hormone<\/strong>: that is, from a steroid that works like a hormone. To know what aldosterone is, therefore, you need to understand these two terms.<\/p>\n

\"Aldosterone\"A hormone is called a substance that certain glands secrete and that, when distributed by the organism<\/strong> Through circulation, it regulates, inhibits or excites the activity of the organs. A steroid, on the other hand, is a chemical substance from which it is possible to obtain different compounds that are very important for biological functioning.<\/p>\n

Aldosterone is thus produced by Kidney glands<\/strong> and takes care of the regulation of electrolyte metabolism<\/strong> (Elements that undergo electrolysis: can be decomposed by electric current). Belonging to the group of mineralocorticoids<\/strong>, aldosterone increases blood pressure blood<\/strong> and contributes to potassium secretion and sodium storage, for example.<\/p>\n

There are many people who are in need of a test to know the levels of aldosterone they have. These are individuals who are suffering from problems with blood pressure such as the so-called orthostatic hypotension. Not forgetting that those who have a tension that is really difficult to control will also have to be examined.<\/p>\n

In order to know the aforementioned levels, tests such as the captopril test, the corticotropin test or the intravenous saline infusion can be chosen.<\/p>\n

The level of aldosterone in the organism<\/strong> it can be affected by various disorders. It is called aldosteronism<\/strong> or hyperaldosteronism<\/strong> to the production and excessive secretion of aldosterone, a disorder that leads to a reduction in the amount of potassium in the blood plasma and, as a consequence, may increase blood pressure. This disorder can also cause headaches, spasms, and chronic tiredness.<\/p>\n

The disease<\/strong> from Addison<\/strong>Instead, it causes a decrease in the amount of aldosterone and causes gastric and heart problems, as well as a general weakness.<\/p>\n

In addition to these pathologies, the low level of aldosterone may also be due to the fact that the person carries out a diet very rich in sodium or that the person has congenital adrenal hyperplasia. <\/p>\n

If the results obtained are higher than normal, it may be due to diseases such as these:
-Cushing's syndrome. People who suffer from it have skin infections, a full moon-like face, and frequent back pain, among other symptoms. Diabetes, kidney stones or marked osteoporosis are some of the most serious consequences and difficulties associated with this pathology.
-Bartter syndrome. It is a really rare disease and manifests itself through constant vomiting, a marked delay in growth, a notable tendency to dehydration, the periodic appearance of kidney stones ... The only treatment that can be given to these people is a diet rich in potassium and sodium, although, in certain cases, the use of inhibitors will be necessary. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n

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