Hyperparathyroidism
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Hyperparathyroidism is an endocrine disease in which the body produces very high levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH).[1][2] PTH is needed to balance the levels of calcium and phosphorus.[1]
Hyperparathyroidism is the opposite of hypoparathyroidism, which is when the body products abnormally high levels of parathyroid hormone.[3]
Types[edit | edit source]
- Primary hyperparathyroidism - usually linked to enlarged parathyroid glands or a parathyroid tumor.
- Secondary hyperparathyroidism - other medical conditions cause abnormally low vitamin D or calcium deficiency, or it cab be caused by chronic kidney disease.
- Familiar hyperparathyroidism - which is inherited (genetic)[4][5]
Signs and symptoms[edit | edit source]
- depression
- tiredness
- feeling thirsty and urinating a lot
- nausea and appetite loss
- muscle weakness
- constipation
- abdominal pain
- poor concentration
- mild confusion[1]
Hypoparathyroidism can cause abnormally high levels of calcium, known as hypercalcaemia, which causes further medical problems.[4]
Treatment[edit | edit source]
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Notable articles[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
Learn more[edit | edit source]
- Hyperparathyroidism - NHS
- Hyperparathyroidism - Johns Hopkins Medicine
- Hyperparathyroidism - Mayo Clinic
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Hyperparathyroidism". National Health Service. May 21, 2021. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
- ↑ "Hyperparathyroidism - Symptoms and causes". Mayo Clinic. June 18, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
- ↑ "Hypoparathyroidism". National Health Service. February 27, 2018. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Hypoparathyroidism". Hopkins Medicine. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
- ↑ World Health Organization. "5A51 Hyperparathyroidism". ICD-11 - Mortality and Morbidity Statistics. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
