Causes,Effects and Treatment

Aldosterone

A hormone which is stimulated by angiotensin II to reabsorb sodium and water and excret potassium.  It is responsible for increasing blood pressure by increasing blood volume.

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One third of patients with hypertension are overweight.  75% of patients with diabetes develop cardiovascular dieases due to hypertension.  There are also strong links between insulin resistance and hypertension.

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