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Symptoms
Skeletal: Bone pain; Loss of height; Bowing of the shoulders; Spinal column curvature; Pathological fractures. Kidney: ...
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...
Tests
High serum total and/or ionized calcium; High serum PTH level (hyperparathyroidism; High urine calcium (hyperparathyroi...
Treatments
Treatment is directed at the underlying cause of hypercalcemia whenever possible. In cases of hyperparathyroidism, surg...
Complications
Skeletal Fractures; Osteoporosis; Bone cysts. Kidney Nephrocalcinosis (calcification of the kidney; Kidney stones; Dehy...
Prevention
Most causes of hypercalcemia cannot be prevented. Women over the age of 50 should see their health care provider regula...
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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