I was tested and diagnosed with overactive aldosterone. I was previously treated for high blood pressure for the last 15 years being on diuretics, and high blood pressure meds. About 3 years ago my thyroid had abnormal results and was seen by a Endocrinologist and she just watched me closely. The Dr. is now giving me spironolactone to stop my adrenal gland from overproducing. I have have stopped the diuretic and high blood pressure meds. If I go without the spironolactone, my potassium starts dropping to life threatening levels and bloood pressure causes me to be hospitalized. I am about 10 pounds overweight and eat fairlly healthy. No sodas, low salt, almost no breads or processed foods, very little sugars. I just found out that this medicine can cause scarring/hardening of the heart and shrinkage of the kidneys. Wondering if there are other possibilities to cure this or treat it. I would prefer a holistic approach.
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Dear Anon,
What you have is known as hyperaldosteronism. It can primary or secondary-- in your case it is secondary due to the high blood pressure. Many times this is treated with a diuretic (Spironolactone) and through diet. The only times when other diseases become a concern is if you were to have a history of kidney or liver disease. If you do have a history, please notify your doctor. It is also important for you to notify him/her of any medications that you are currently taking so that your doctor can prescribe the best medication for you.
Wishing you the best,
Rosa
July 29, 2012 - 1:23pmThis Comment