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Primary hyperparathyroidism

Excess production by the parathyroid glands of parathyroid hormone caused by a parathyroid adenoma.

Osteoporosis and Hyperparathyroidism

Calcium is what makes our bones strong.  Osteoporosis is a term that describes the loss of calcium from the bone so the bone is no longer thick or dense.  The process of losing bone mass can cause bone pain which is common complaint amongst persons suffering with primary hyperparathyroidism.  Osteoporotic bones are also more fragile than regular bones and therefore they are susceptible to fractures and breaks.

  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis

Hyperparathyroidism Treatment

Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve ParathyroidectomySurgery is the only cure for primary hyperparathyroidism. That being the case, there are other treatments and measures that can also be taken for hyperparathyroidism.  I

  • Primary hyperparathyroidism

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