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conn's syndrome

 

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Noun conn's syndrome has 1 sense
  1. Conn's syndrome - disturbances in salt-water balance and symptoms of weakness and muscular cramps and twitching and convulsions and sometimes paralysis; usually caused by a benign tumor of the cortex of the adrenal gland that leads to excess secretion of aldosterone
    --1 is a kind of
    syndrome

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Conn's Syndrome

Description

Conn's Syndrome, also known as primary hyperaldosteronism, is a medical condition characterized by the overproduction of the hormone aldosterone by the adrenal glands. This excessive production leads to an electrolyte imbalance, primarily causing higher levels of sodium and lower levels of potassium in the body. Conn's Syndrome is typically caused by a benign tumor in the adrenal glands called an aldosterone-producing adenoma.

Sample Sentences

As a medical condition:

1. Conn's Syndrome can cause symptoms such as muscle weakness, high blood pressure, and excessive thirst.

2. The doctor diagnosed the patient with Conn's Syndrome after conducting several tests to measure hormone levels.

3. Treatment for Conn's Syndrome often involves the use of medications that help regulate aldosterone levels in the body.

4. Patients with Conn's Syndrome should follow a low-sodium diet to manage their blood pressure effectively.

As a popular term:

1. The TV show featured a character with Conn's Syndrome to raise awareness about this rare medical condition.

2. She proudly wears a Conn's Syndrome awareness bracelet to support her friend who was diagnosed with the condition.

3. John researched Conn's Syndrome extensively after hearing about it on an online health forum.

4. The local newspaper covered a story about a young athlete who managed to continue her sports career despite having Conn's Syndrome.

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