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There is itching throughout the body
Itch is worse at night compared to the day
Persistent, mild itch
Itching on the soles of the feet
There are scratches on the skin
Itch is minor
Itching on the back of the hand
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is hyperparathyroidism?
The parathyroid glands are located behind the thyroid at the bottom of the neck and produce parathyroid hormone. Hyperparathyroidism is when the parathyroid glands produce too much parathyroid hormone. Causes include problem with the parathyroid glands, gland enlargement or tumor of the gland.
Symptoms of hyperparathyroidism
Skin Itching
Dry Mouth
Abdominal pain
Losing consciousness
Recent changes in mental state
Questions your doctor may ask to check for hyperparathyroidism
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hyperparathyroidism
Do you have itchy skin?
Do you have dry mouth?
Do you have abdominal pain (stomach ache)?
Have you currently regained consciousness after temporarily losing consciousness?
Recently, are you more confused than before?
Treatment for hyperparathyroidism
Treatment includes medication and/ or surgery to remove the parathyroid glands.
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Diseases related to Hyperparathyroidism
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Reviewed By:
Hidetaka Hamasaki, MD (Endocrinology)
Dr. Hamasaki graduated from the Hiroshima University School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine, Jichi Medical University. He completed his residency at the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and the Department of Internal Medicine, Kohnodai Hospital, National Center for Global Health and Medicine. He has served in the National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and Kohnodai Hospital and joined Hamasaki Clinic in April 2017. Dr. Hamasaki specializes in diabetes and treats a wide range of internal medicine and endocrine disorders.
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