THYROID Flashcards
1
Q
What is Hyper- or
Hypo- parathyroidism?
A
- Hyperparathyroidism = too
much calcium - Hypoparathyroidism = too
little calcium
2
Q
Symptoms of hyperparathyroidism
A
- Thirst, polyurea
- constipation
- fatigue, memory impairment
- CVD
- kidney stones
- osteoporosis
3
Q
Hyperparathyroidism - first line treatment
A
- Parathyroidectomy surgery is the recommended first-line
- Assess CVD risk and fracture risk
4
Q
Hyperparathyroidism - second line treatment
A
- Cinacalcet if surgery has been unsuccessful / declined
- In secondary care, measure vitamin D levels, supplement if needed
- To reduce fracture risk: a bisphosphonate
5
Q
Hypoparathyroidism - treatment
A
- lifelong vit D and Ca
