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Dementia And Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism is excessive production of parathyroid hormone (PTH) by the parathyroid glands.
See also:
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Primary hyperparathyroidism -
Secondary hyperparathyroidism
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The parathyroid glands are located in the neck, near or attached to the back side of the thyroid gland. They produce
When calcium levels are too low,...
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Secondary hyperparathyroidism
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Secondary hyperparathyroidism is when the parathyroid glands in your neck produce too much parathyroid hormone (PTH) because your calcium levels are... Read more »
Primary hyperparathyroidism
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Primary hyperparathyroidism is an endocrine disorder in which the parathyroid glands in the neck produce too much parathyroid hormone (PTH).See... Read more »
Dementia due to metabolic causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Dementia
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Dementia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior.See also:... Read more »
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