Parathyroid Tumor Symptoms & Diagnosis

What are the symptoms of parathyroid tumors?

You may or may not have symptoms. Parathyroid tumors may also cause hyperparathyroidism, an elevated level of parathyroid hormone (PTH). Most symptoms and signs of hyperparathyroidism are caused by high calcium levels in the blood, and can include:

Muscle weakness
Fatigue and sleepiness
Feelings of depression
Achy bones and joints
Loss of appetite
Nausea and vomiting
Constipation
Confusion or impaired thinking and memory
Increased thirst and urination
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Kidney stones

How are parathyroid tumors diagnosed?

Blood tests can detect hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels in the blood, which may indicate a parathyroid tumor. Doctors may use ultrasound, computed tomography (CT or CAT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine scans to help them see the tumor.

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