excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood; can affect many systems of the body (especially causing bone resorption and osteoporosis)
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hyperparathyroidism::noun | Spocien Dictionary
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| Type of | adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder |
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Close to 80 percent of those with hyperparathyroidism in its early stages have none.
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However, it is true that a number of people with hyperparathyroidism have no symptoms.
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In women 60 years and older, two out of 1,000 will develop hyperparathyroidism each year.
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Increased calcium intake may reduce risk of primary hyperparathyroidism.
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If hyperparathyroidism is harming the kidneys or bones, that's another indication for surgery.
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Hyperparathyroidism is thought to contribute to the cardiovascular problems in these patients.
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Secondary hyperparathyroidism is a common and potentially serious problem in patients with kidney disease.
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Calcium-sensing receptor mutations in familial benign hypercalcemia and neonatal hyperparathyroidism.
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According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 100,000 Americans develop hyperparathyroidism each year.
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- Excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood; can affect many systems of the body (especially causing bone resorption and osteoporosis)
- Hyperparathyroidism is overactivity of the parathyroid glands resulting in excess production of parathyroid hormone (PTH). The parathyroid hormone regulates calcium and phosphate levels and helps to maintain these levels. ...
- An endocrine condition due to an increase in the secretion of the parathyroid gland that regulates the proper functioning of the skeletal, digestive, renal, and nervous systems. Symptoms and signs may include lethargy, constipation, nausea, vomiting, polyuria. ...
- Overactive parathyroid gland causing too much calcium and low phosphorus levels in the blood. Calcium levels that are too high can cause weakness, dehydration, kidney stones, brittle bones, high blood pressure, seizures, or coma. Treatment is based on the cause of the condition.
- An abnormal endocrine condition characterized by overactivity of the parathyroid glands. Symptoms include generalized aches and pains, depression, and abdominal pain.
