Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 9 - The Endocrine System - Review Questions - Page 362: 28

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Using excess steroids like cortisol, aldosterone and androgens can also cause excess blood pressure, blood volume, and blood glucose level. This increased blood volume and pressure can stress capillaries and tubules of the kidneys. It can also make heart muscles thicker causing it to beat with less efficiency.

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