The following information may help to address your question:
What is pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2?
What are the symptoms of pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2?
What causes pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2?
How is pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2 diagnosed?
How might pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2 be treated?
Who can my friend speak to if she feels she may have pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2?
If your friend feels she may have pseudohypoaldosteronism, we recommend that she speak with her health care provider. She may also find it helpful to meet with a genetics professional. Genetics clinics are a source of information for individuals and families regarding genetic conditions, treatment, inheritance, and genetic risks to other family members. More information about genetic consultations is available from Genetics Home Reference at http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/handbook/consult. To find a genetics clinic in her area, we recommend that she contact her primary doctor for a referral.
The following online resources can help your friend find a genetics professional in her community:
Can you tell me if my friend has Pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2?
We hope this information is helpful. We strongly recommend you discuss this information with your doctor. If you still have questions, please contact us.
Warm regards,
GARD Information Specialist
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