Hyperparathyroidism happens when the parathyroid glands make too much parathyroid hormone. This can affect your calcium levels and cause other health problems. You may have hyperparathyroidism if your ...

Classical primary hyperparathyroidism—a disease of 'bones, stones, and psychic groans'—is a rarity in the US, although it is still seen in some parts of the world. Today, most patients with primary ...

Hyperparathyroidism is a condition wherein the parathyroid glands create too much parathyroid hormone. This can cause the levels of calcium in the blood to rise, which, without treatment, can lead to ...

Hyperparathyroidism refers to the increased levels of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) in the body. This hormone is secreted from the parathyroid glands, two pairs of which are present on or behind the ...

Background Familial isolated primary hyperparathyroidism (FIHP) is an autosomal dominant disorder that can represent an early stage of either the multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1) or ...

Secondary hyperparathyroidism is a complex endocrine condition characterized by excess circulating parathyroid hormone (PTH) resulting from an underlying condition, most commonly chronic kidney ...