The parathyroid is made up of four small glands located behind the thyroid. Together, they produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is responsible for controlling calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood and helping the body produce vitamin D.
Your treatment will depend on the type of parathyroid condition you’re diagnosed with. Your doctor will order hyperparathyroidism testing, blood tests, urine tests, and imaging tests, such as a CT and MRI scan, to obtain a definitive diagnosis. In many cases, medication can be administered to reduce parathyroid hormone and better control your blood calcium levels. However, if a tumor is present, the surgical removal of that particular gland (parathyroidectomy) will likely be recommended. This procedure can be performed with open surgery or a minimally invasive approach for a shorter hospital stay and an easier recovery.
Parathyroid disease refers to a group of three different conditions that affect the parathyroid gland. They include:
This condition develops when the parathyroid produces too much PTH — usually due to a benign tumor on the gland. Excessive PTH can cause too much calcium to accumulate in the blood, resulting in osteoporosis and kidney stones.
Cancer arising from the parathyroid glands is extremely rare. When it does occur, it tends to develop during middle age, progress very slowly, and return after treatment.
When the parathyroid gland does not produce enough PTH, the calcium levels in the blood may plummet. This condition is often caused by neck surgery or damage to the parathyroid glands.
The staff at SFENTA are passionate about helping patients find relief from the ENT conditions that are affecting their lives.
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The condition is most commonly found in those with:
It can be challenging to diagnose the parathyroid disease accurately. As such, it’s essential to work with a physician with a high level of experience diagnosing and treating these conditions — such as SFENTA’s board-certified ear, nose, and throat experts.
If patients are exhibiting signs of an abnormal parathyroid gland, our staff will recommend parathyroid testing. This testing can be performed through blood tests, urine tests, or CT imaging.
Yes. Our staff are experts in parathyroid surgery. The parathyroid is small — roughly the size of a grain of rice — so it can be a challenging procedure to perform. Our staff includes highly-trained surgeons who are experienced in parathyroid surgery.
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