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Hypercalcemia
Definition
Disease: | Hypercalcemia | ![]() |
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Category: | Endocrine and metabolic diseases |
Disease Definition:
The condition in which the calcium level in the blood is above normal is called hypercalcemia. Calcium is needed for bone formation, and it plays an important role in contracting muscles, ensuring that the nerves and brain function properly and releasing hormones. However, these processes could be affected by high calcium levels.
Overactivity in one or more of the parathyroid glands that regulate calcium is the main cause of hypercalcemia. Overactive parathyroid glands usually cause post-menopausal women to develop hypercalcemia. Excessive use of calcium and vitamin D supplements, certain medical disorders, cancer and some medications could also cause hypercalcemia.
The signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia could be nonexistent or severe. Treatment will be based on the underlying cause of this condition.
Work Group:
Prepared by: Scientific Section
Symptoms, Causes
Symptoms: People may have few or no signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia, especially if their condition is mild. Some of the more severe symptoms of hypercalcemia may be:
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Causes:
Calcium is mainly stored in the bones but it also exists in certain cells, especially in the blood and muscles. Milk, cheese and leafy green vegetables contain calcium and the body usually keeps a normal level of calcium in the blood by ridding itself of any excess in the urine.
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Complications
Complications:
Complications could be caused in various bodily systems if severe hypercalcemia is left untreated. Some of those complications may include: |
Treatments:
To reduce calcium to a safe level and protect the kidney and bones, the person may need to be hospitalized if they have severe hypercalcemia. In this case, treatment for hypercalcemia may include:
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Prognosis: Not Available |
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