The glands and calcium
The parathyroid glands control blood calcium. When one is overactive, calcium stays high.
Vague symptoms
Many patients feel general fatigue, poor concentration or bone aches without linking them to calcium.
Diagnosis
- Calcium and parathyroid hormone measured together.
- Bone density and kidney function.
- Imaging to locate the affected gland.
Treatment
Surgery is the definitive treatment in most cases, often through a small incision once the gland is located.
This article is for general education and does not replace a medical examination or your doctor’s advice.
