Hypercalcaemia

What is Hypercalcaemia ❓

 High levels of calcium in the blood

 Higher levels cause more severe symptoms 📈

 Cause: hormonal abnormalities e.g. hyperparathyroidism, genetics, some drugs, other conditions such as AIDS or cancer


What are the Symptoms of Hypercalcaemia ❓

 Bone pain/fragility ðŸĶī

 Fatigue/weakness

 Nausea/vomiting ðŸĪĒ

 Mental health issues

 High blood pressure/heart issues âĪïļ


How do you Diagnose Hypercalcaemia ❓

 Patient symptom assessment

 Blood test (calcium levels, repeated to confirm) 💉

 Severity classification (mild-severe)

 Referral to a specialist for investigation ðŸĨ


How do you Treat Hypercalcaemia ❓

 Treat causative underlying condition e.g. hyperparathyroidism

 Withdraw some medications if necessary 💊

 Monitoring of calcium levels & bone density

 May need hospital admission/treatment to reduce severe levels

 Lifestyle/diet: drink plenty of water, regular exercise, monitor calcium & vitamin D intake ðŸ§€


Why should I Worry about Hypercalcaemia ❓

 For most people the condition can be managed effectively ✅

 The condition can progress if not treated

 Can increase risk of kidney stones and other health issues ðŸĪ’


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