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What is primary hyperparathyroid?
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An increase: In parathyroid hormone from an autonomous, generally benign, tumor of the parathyroid glands -- generally leading to elevated calcium levels. If discovered, these can now be easily removed by minimally invasive endoscopic surgery if necessary. Check w/your doctor.
Answered 5/13/2014
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PrimaryHyperparathyr: Primary Hyperparathyroidism is usually caused by a tumor of the parathyrod gland called Adenoma,which secretes excesive Parathyroid Hormone causing elevation in Calcium level in blood. Symptoms of Hyperparathyroidism are due to High Calcium Digestive Symptoms like indigestion,ulcers etc Kidney Stones Bone Pains Fatigue,Depression and memory loss Passng too much Urine Classicaly Bone,Moan&Groan
Answered 4/6/2015
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