Hypocalcemia Quiz
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Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
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What is Hypocalcemia?
Hypocalcemia occurs when blood calcium levels are too low. It's often caused by abnormal levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) or vitamin D in the body.
Typical Symptoms of Hypocalcemia
Seizure
Numbness or abnormal sensation over my face
Numbness of the fingers
Numbness or abnormal sensation
Decrease in ambition and motivation
Feeling down
Fine tremor of the hands and fingers
Weakness in arms or legs
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Hypocalcemia
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Have you had a seizure?
Do you feel anything unusual on your face?
Do you have wrist numbness?
Do you feel any numbness or altered sensation?
Do you feel less motivated lately?
Treatmentof Hypocalcemia
Oral calcium supplements are the most common treatment for hypocalcemia. Vitamin D supplements can help with calcium absorption. Treating the cause of hypocalcemia is also important.
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References
Pepe J, Colangelo L, Biamonte F, Sonato C, Danese VC, Cecchetti V, Occhiuto M, Piazzolla V, De Martino V, Ferrone F, Minisola S, Cipriani C. Diagnosis and management of hypocalcemia. Endocrine. 2020 Sep;69(3):485-495. doi: 10.1007/s12020-020-02324-2. Epub 2020 May 4. PMID: 32367335.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12020-020-02324-2
Calpena Martínez S, Arapiles Muñoz A. The value of the classic signs: Hypocalcemia. Med Clin (Barc). 2021 Dec 10;157(11):554. English, Spanish. doi: 10.1016/j.medcli.2021.02.014. Epub 2021 Jun 8. PMID: 34112512.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0025775321001755?via%3Dihub
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Reviewed By:
Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
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