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Some people with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome have low aldosterone. can you have low aldosterone but a normal blood pressure?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Aldosterone: Low aldosterone can be present with a normal blood pressure. You could be suffering from fatigue and craving of salt.

Answered 12/3/2013

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