Hyperaldosteronism is characterized by the following except -
High-Yield Explanation
Hyperaldosteronism is defined as a selective increase of mineralocoicoids caused by a disorder of the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal gland, resulting in hypeension, hypokalemia, and metabolic alkalosis. This may be accompanied by muscle weakness and fatigue related to the hypokalemia ( Harrison 17 pg 2260)