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Hypercalcemia
Hypercalcemia is an excessive amount of calcium in the blood.
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Symptoms
Skeletal: Bone pain; Loss of height; Bowing of the shoulders; Spinal column curvature; Pathological fractures. Kidney: ...
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Causes
Calcium is important in the body. It is an important part of the bone, and it exists as a charged particle called an io...
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Tests
High serum total and/or ionized calcium; High serum PTH level (hyperparathyroidism; High urine calcium (hyperparathyroi...
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Treatments
Treatment is directed at the underlying cause of hypercalcemia whenever possible. In cases of hyperparathyroidism, surg...
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Drugs
calcitonin
cinacalcet
etidronate
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Supplements
Dicalcium phosphate
Phosphorus
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Risk Factors
Adrenal Disorders
Hyperthyroidism
Inflammatory Disorders
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Complications
Skeletal Fractures; Osteoporosis; Bone cysts. Kidney Nephrocalcinosis (calcification of the kidney; Kidney stones; Dehy...
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Prevention
Most causes of hypercalcemia cannot be prevented. Women over the age of 50 should see their health care provider regula...
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Doctor Specialties
Contact your physician or health care provider if you have a family history of hypercalcemia, family history of hyperpa...
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