Hypoparathyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism is a rare condition in which the parathyroid glands fail to produce sufficient amounts of parathyroid hormone or the parathyroid hormone produced lacks biological activity. The parathyroid glands are part of the endocrine system..
Hypoparathyroidism most often occurs because of the surgical removal of some or all of the parathyroid glands.
Symptoms
Fatigue
common
Numbness or tingling in legs, feet, or buttocks
or Numbness or tingling in shoulders arms or hands
or Numbness or tingling around the mouth
common
Feeling moody
or Anxiety
or Depression
common
Muscle cramps
Carpopedal spasm
A sudden and temporary alteration of muscle tone, movements or behavior
Whistling breathing
or Difficulty breathing
Shaking
Resting
Risk factors
Neck surgery
Treatment
The treatment of hypoparathyroidism is directed toward the specific symptoms that are apparent in each individual and the lab tests. Treatment is aimed at raising calcium levels high enough to provide symptom relief without causing abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia) or in the urine (hypercalciuria).
Recommended specialist
If you have Hypoparathyroidism, then a visit to an endocrinologist is recommended.
Contact an
Endocrinologist
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