Calcium Disorders Flashcards

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What are the 2 main differentials for hypercalcaemia?

A

Malignancy and Primary Hyperparathyroidism

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What is sarcoidosis?

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A multi system disorder which is characterised by the formation of non-cesating granulomas.

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How does sarcoidosis present?

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Adenopathy in the hilar region of the lungs - usually an incidental finding on a chest X-ray. Hypercalcaemia

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