Customer question:
What are the signs that we have too much calcium in our body? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Hypercalcemia is when you suffer from too high a calcium concentration in your blood. Calcium is necessary for the normal functioning of organs, cells, muscles, and nerves and is also essential for blood clotting and bone health. However, too much calcium can also cause problems. Hypercalcemia makes it difficult for the body to perform its normal functions. Extremely high levels of calcium can also be life-threatening.
Severe and prolonged cases of hypercalcemia may cause the following symptoms:
- more frequent urination and thirst
- fatigue
- bone pain
- headaches
- nausea and vomiting
- closure
- decrease in appetite
- forgetfulness, depression, or irritability
- muscle pain, weakness, cramps, and twitching
Most cases of hypercalcemia are not life-threatening, and many people have no symptoms. Doctors often catch this condition early through routine blood tests. More than 25 diseases, medications, and even dehydration can cause hypercalcemia. Primary hyperparathyroidism and various types of cancer account for the most significant percentage of all people with hypercalcemia.
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