Which of the following hormonal disorders can lead to secondary hypertension?

Primary aldosteronism is a hormonal disorder characterized by the excessive production of aldosterone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Aldosterone plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure by promoting sodium retention, which leads to fluid retention, increased blood volume, and subsequently, elevated blood pressure. This condition is considered a common cause of secondary hypertension because it arises due to an identifiable underlying hormonal imbalance rather than primary hypertension, which is often idiopathic.

In addition to primary aldosteronism, there are other hormonal disorders that can contribute to secondary hypertension, but this option specifically highlights a well-established condition that directly affects blood pressure regulation through hormonal activity. Conditions like hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus, and hyperparathyroidism may have some associations with blood pressure changes but are not as directly linked to the mechanisms that lead to secondary hypertension as primary aldosteronism.