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Hyperparathyroidism

Hyperparathyroidism is a condition characterized by excess parathyroid hormone, caused by overactivity of at least one of the parathyroid glands in the neck.

Parathyroid Hormone Based Drug Helps Treat Osteoporosis

Parathyroid Hormone Based Drug Helps Treat Osteoporosis

SK-124 compound with parathyroid hormone–like effects when given to mice helps treat osteoporosis.

Does Untreated Hyperparathyroidism Lead to Heart Attack?

Does Untreated Hyperparathyroidism Lead to Heart Attack?

Untreated primary hyperparathyroidism (a common hormone disorder) means a 51% increased risk of hip fracture and a 45% boost in a heart attack or stroke risk.

Surgery Better Than Drugs for Hyperparathyroidism to Reduce Incidence of Osteoporosis

Surgery Better Than Drugs for Hyperparathyroidism to Reduce Incidence of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis afflicts some 54 million people over age 50 in the U.S. and is responsible for 2 million bone fractures a year.

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Parathyroid Hormone as Well as Vitamin D Status Needed to Assess Vitamin's Role in Diabetes

Parathyroid Hormone as Well as Vitamin D Status Needed to Assess Vitamin's Role in Diabetes

Researchers from Toronto have said that combined assessment of parathyroid hormone along with vitamin D may be needed to gauge the impact of vitamin D status on sugar metabolism.

High Calcium Levels Behind Hyperparathyroidism In Women And Elderly

High Calcium Levels Behind Hyperparathyroidism In Women And Elderly

A new UCLA study has found that elevated calcium levels in the blood leads to primary hyperparathyroidism.

Cardiovascular Mortality Unaffected by Vitamin D, Parathyroid Hormone Levels

Cardiovascular Mortality Unaffected by Vitamin D, Parathyroid Hormone Levels

There is no link between serum levels of vitamin D or parathyroid hormone and cardiovascular mortality, says a new research.

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Risk of Hyperparathyroidism in Chronic Kidney Disease Intensifies With Increase in Weight

Risk of Hyperparathyroidism in Chronic Kidney Disease Intensifies With Increase in Weight

Hyperparathyroidism—a significant complication that increases the risk of cardiovascular problems and death—increases along with body weight

Use parathyroid hormone to fight brittle bone disease

Use parathyroid hormone to fight brittle bone disease

A study conducted on more than 1600 women reveals that parathyroid hormone (parathormone) increases the patient’s bone density and cut the risk

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