Aldosterone, a hormone made by the adrenal glands, has been linked to kidney disease in people with diabetes, and now in those without it.

A bi-polar hormone that can contribute to strokes and minimize their damage is emerging as a therapeutic target in the battle against these brain attacks, researchers say.

Hyperaldosteronism is when your adrenal glands make too much aldosterone hormone. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition today.

The hidden hormone in hypertension Not every case of hypertension involves dysregulated aldosterone, but studies suggest it plays a significant role in up to 30% of cases.

A novel pill that blocks the hormone aldosterone shows promise for lowering blood pressure and potentially delaying the ...

A recent study by the Medical College of Georgia found that medications to block the hormone aldosterone may greatly benefit hypertensive women.

Adding the novel medication baxdrostat to standard care may help manage high blood pressure and delay the progression of kidney disease in people with chronic kidney disease and uncontrolled high ...

A review featuring the major findings from several recent studies evaluating eplerenone, a specific aldosterone receptor blocker, for the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Investigators found a higher incidence of aldosterone-secreting adenomas in patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) than general population.