The symptoms of parathyroid disease include:
- Weak and fragile bones
- Kidney stones
- Frequent urination
- Nausea and vomiting
- Pain in the abdomen area
- Weakness and fatigue
- Stress
- Joint pain
The doctor may opt for a series of test in order to detect the presence of parathyroid diseases:
...The doctor may opt for a series of test in order to detect the presence of parathyroid diseases:
The doctor may opt for regular monitoring if the patient’s calcium levels are only slightly disturbed, the kidneys are functioning normally, the bone density is normal or close to normal.
In surgery, the surgeon removes the entire or a portion of the parathyroid glands that are diseased or are affected by a tumour. The surgery is done through very small incisions in the neck and has minimum complications.
Treatment through drugs is helpful if surgery is unable to cure the disease or if a person isn't fit for surgery. The doctor may recommend certain drugs like Calcimimetic that normalize the calcium content in the blood.
This therapy is useful for women who have had their menopause. It helps their bones retain calcium. However, the prolonged use of hormone replacement therapy may lead to blood clots and breast cancer.
One should consult a doctor if any signs or symptoms of parathyroid disease are observed. The symptoms should not be ignored as they may lead to a number serious complications and diseases.