hyperparathyroid Flashcards
1
Q
causes?
A
parathyroid adenoma
hyperplasia
2
Q
symptoms?
A
usually asymptomatic
hypercalcemia:
nephrolithiasis
bone and muscle pains
lack of appetite, nausea, constipation
short QT
depression, anxiety, sleep disorders
stones, bones, abdomen groans, psychiatric overtones
3
Q
diagnosis?
A
serum calcium high
PTH high
phosphate low
4
Q
treatment?
A
parathyroidectomy
or
cinacalcet (inhibits PTH)
