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Hypoparathyroidism : Causes

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Causes Overview Articles

Hypoparathyroidism
Calcium and phosphorus are important body minerals. They form the mineral component of bones, and they exist as charged particles called ions in the blood and inside cells. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) regulates the amount of calcium and phosphorus i...
Source:ADAM
Date:October 25, 2006
Hypoparathyroidism
The accidental removal of the parathyroid glands during neck surgery is the most frequent cause of hypoparathyroidism. Complications of surgery on the parathyroid glands is another common cause of this disorder. There is the possibility of autoimm...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Causes Articles

Hypocalcemia
Hypocalcemia, a low bood calcium level, occurs when the concentration of free calcium ions in the blood falls below 4.0 mg/dL (dL=one tenth of a liter).
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Calcium Supplements
Calcium is a mineral that helps us make strong bones and teeth. Most of the calcium in our bodies is in our bones. We spend almost half of our lives (30 to 35 years) building to a peak bone mass. Taking in enough calcium helps younger people build strong bones. Maintaining a safe calcium level helps older people limit bone loss.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
PTH
PTH is a test that measures the amount of PTH (parathormone) in blood.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 24, 2007
DiGeorge Syndrome
DiGeorge syndrome is a rare congenital disease that affects an infant ' s immune system and that is due to a large deletion from chromosome 22. The syndrome is marked by absence or underdevelopment of the thymus and parathyroid glands.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Digeorge Syndrome
DiGeorge syndrome (also called congenital thymic hypoplasia, or third and fourth pharyngeal pouch syndrome) is a birth defect that is caused by an abnormal chromosome and affects the baby ' s immune system. The syndrome is marked by absence or underdevelopment of the thymus and parathyroid glands.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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