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Answer for the clue "A condition caused by over-production of aldosterone ", 18 letters:
hyperaldosteronism

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WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. a condition caused by over-production of aldosterone [syn: aldosteronism ]

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (context medicine English) A condition in which too much aldosterone is produced by the adrenal glands, potentially leading to lowered levels of potassium in the blood.

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
Hyperaldosteronism , also aldosteronism , is a medical condition wherein too much aldosterone is produced by the adrenal glands , which can lead to lowered levels of potassium in the blood ( hypokalemia ) and increased hydrogen ion excretion ( alkalosis ...