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Hyperparathyroidism

Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

What are the symptoms of Hyperparathyroidism?

Symptoms that may indicate an individual is suffering from this condition are:

  • Fragile bones susceptible to fracture
  • Kidney stones are common
  • Excessive urination and thirst
  • Abdominal pain
  • Tiring easily or weakness
  • Depression or forgetfulness
  • Bone and joint pain
  • Frequent complaints of illness with no apparent cause
  • Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
  • Problems in concentrating at work, confusion
  • Fatigue, depression
  • Reduced function of the kidney
  • Increase in blood pressure
    symptoms of Hyperparathyroidism

What are the complications of Hyperparathyroidism?

Major complications that may arise due to hyperparathyroidism are:

  • Osteoporosis: It is a condition in which the bones break very easily.
  • Kidney stones: The presence of excess calcium in the body may lead to the formation of hard deposits of it in the kidney.
  • Cardiovascular disease: Conditions such as hypertension and other heart diseases become common
  • Neonatal hypoparathyroidism: It is a condition in newborns due to untreated hyperparathyroidism during pregnancy.

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