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Hypercalcemia Learning Center

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Vitamin D is obtained when the skin is exposed to sunlight, and from dietary sources such as:.Egg yolks Fish Fortified cereals Fortified dairy products.Primary hyperparathyroidism is the most common cause of hypercalcem...

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Symptoms
Abdominal:ConstipationNauseaPainPoor appetiteVomitingKidney:Flank painFrequent thirstFrequent urinationKidney stonesM...
Causes
PTH is produced by the parathyroid glands-- four small glands located in the neck behind the thyroid gland. Vitamin D...
Treatments
Treatment is directed at the cause of hypercalcemia whenever possible. In cases of hyperparathyroidism, surgery may b...
Complications
Calcium deposits in the kidney( nephrocalcinosis) Dehydration Kidney failure Kidney stones.The complications of long-...
Prevention
Most causes of hypercalcemia cannot be prevented. Women over the age of 50 should see their health care provider regu...
Doctor Specialties
Contact your physician or health care provider if you have:.Family history of hypercalcemia Family history of hyperpa...

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