Question 9 · LEK · Hyperaldosteronism
The signs and symptoms of Conn’s syndrome (primary hyperaldosteronism) do not include:
- A. decreased thirst.
- B. decreased muscle strength.
- C. arterial hypertension refractory to pharmacological treatment.
- D. polyuria.
- E. tetany.
Hint
Work through the consequences of hypokalaemia and alkalosis on muscles, kidneys and calcium, and check the direction of each effect.
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