hyperparathyroidism
noun
hy·per·para·thy·roid·ism
ˌhī-pər-ˌper-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm 
-ˌpa-rə-
: the presence of excess parathyroid hormone in the body resulting in disturbance of calcium metabolism with increase in serum calcium and decrease in inorganic phosphorus, loss of calcium from bone, and renal damage with frequent kidney-stone formation
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Low phosphate is commonly found in unusual kidney diseases or hyperparathyroidism, but some gastrointestinal and metabolic diseases may also cause a low phosphate level.
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Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 7 June 2023
Hormonal abnormalities, such as hyperparathyroidism or hypothyroidism, can mess with the system and lead to constipation.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022
During their evaluation, Kurt reported experiencing a variety of symptoms consistent with hyperparathyroidism — joint pain, fatigue and muscle weakness — for several months.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
But the most common cause is an overactive parathyroid gland in a condition known as hyperparathyroidism.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
Sure enough, his parathyroid hormone level was elevated, consistent with the most common form of hyperparathyroidism.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
The resulting condition, called hyperparathyroidism, can also lead to weakened bones, as well as kidney stones, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
—Jessica Migala, Health.com, 2 June 2021
Some develop a condition in which their hormones are out of balance—called secondary hyperparathyroidism—which can cause bone disease and calcium to build up in tissues and organs such as the heart and blood vessels.
—Grace-Marie Turner, Forbes, 1 June 2021
The left-hander’s season began with a parathyroidectomy during spring training to alleviate hyperparathyroidism.
—Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, 15 May 2021
Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 7 June 2023
Hormonal abnormalities, such as hyperparathyroidism or hypothyroidism, can mess with the system and lead to constipation.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022
During their evaluation, Kurt reported experiencing a variety of symptoms consistent with hyperparathyroidism — joint pain, fatigue and muscle weakness — for several months.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
But the most common cause is an overactive parathyroid gland in a condition known as hyperparathyroidism.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
Sure enough, his parathyroid hormone level was elevated, consistent with the most common form of hyperparathyroidism.
—Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017
The resulting condition, called hyperparathyroidism, can also lead to weakened bones, as well as kidney stones, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
—Jessica Migala, Health.com, 2 June 2021
Some develop a condition in which their hormones are out of balance—called secondary hyperparathyroidism—which can cause bone disease and calcium to build up in tissues and organs such as the heart and blood vessels.
—Grace-Marie Turner, Forbes, 1 June 2021
The left-hander’s season began with a parathyroidectomy during spring training to alleviate hyperparathyroidism.
—Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, 15 May 2021
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hyperparathyroidism
noun
hy·per·para·thy·roid·ism
-ˌpar-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯid-ˌiz-əm
: the presence of excess parathyroid hormone in the body resulting in disturbance of calcium metabolism with increase in serum calcium and decrease in inorganic phosphorus, loss of calcium from bone, and renal damage with frequent kidney-stone formation
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