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Calcification projects over the upper pole right kidney measuring up to about 5 mm. this was found on an xray but my doctor never said anything. what are the possibilities of this? i'm 50 with hypothyroidism.
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Nephrocalcinosis: Once a doctor notices calcium buildup on an X-ray image, they will check the person’s blood and urine for: electrolytes, calcium and phosphate. With kidney calcification, many people experience no symptoms at all. Kidney calcification can develop due to vitamin D therapy, primary hyperparathyroidism, chronically low potassium levels or sarcoidosis. Treatment will depend and focus on the cause
Answered 5/30/2020
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