Treatment is directed at the underlying cause of hypercalcemia whenever possible. In cases of hyperparathyroidism, surgery may be needed to remove the abnormal parathyroid gland and cure the hypercalcemia.
When hypercalcemia is mild and caused by primary hyperparathyroidism, patients may be followed closely by their doctor over time. A new medication named cinacalcet has been shown to lower calcium levels in the blood by reducing parathyroid hormone production.
Severe hyper...
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