Hypercalcemia Flashcards
1
Q
Epidemiology
A
Occurs especially in elderly women
2
Q
Aetiology
A
Hyperparathyroidism (MC)
Malignancy (MC)
Sarcoidosis
Thyrotoxicosis
Drugs: THIAZIDES
Excess Ca2+ intake
Dehydration
3
Q
Signs and Symptoms
A
STONES - kidney stones
BONES - soft weak bones
GROANS - abdo pain
THRONES - polyuria, polydipsia
PSYCHIATRIC MOANS - depression
Decrease in muscle tone + contractions
Ca2+ inhibit fast Na+ influx
4
Q
Diagnosis
A
ECG - Short QT interval
PTH always low except in hyperparathyroidism
5
Q
Treatment
A
Treat underlying cause - surgical removal of adenoma
UV radiation exposure
