Overview
Hypercalcemia is a condition where the level of calcium in the blood is beyond the normal range and it can lead to weakening of bones, formation of kindey stones and affects the functions of heart and brainSigns and Symptoms
Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Constipation, Polyuria, Polydipsia, Anorexia, Weight loss, Lethargy, Weakness, Hypertension, Confusion, Pyrexia, Renal stones, Renal failureCommon Causes
Malignancy (most common), Primary hyperparathyroidism, Sarcoidosis, Vitamin D intoxication, ThyrotoxicosisRisk Factors
Malignancy, Use of thiazide diuretics, ImmobilizationInvestigation Techniques
Blood test, Parathyroid hormone level, Electrolytes (chloride, potassium, phosphate), Protein electrophoresis, Chest X-rays, CT scan, Mammogram, Isotope bone scanTreatment and Prevention
Calcitonin (Miacalcin) , Calcimimetics , Bisphosphonates , Denosumab , Prednisone , IV fluids and diuretics
