- Health A to Z
Advertisement
Advertisement
Welcome
 |
A parathyroid adenoma is a noncancerous (benign) tumor of the parathyroid glands, which are located in the neck. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
Many people have no symptoms. The condition is often discovered accidentally when blood tests are done for another me...
Causes
The parathyroid glands in the neck help control calcium use and removal by the body. They do this by producing parath...
Tests
Blood tests are done to check the levels of calcium, phosphorus, chloride, and bicarbonate. A 24-urine test is done t...
Treatments
Surgery is the most common treatment. However, if you have mild hyperparathyroidism, you may just need regular check ...
Complications
Osteoporosis and the increased risk for bone fractures is the most common concern. Other complications are less commo...
Basic Info
Home | About | Health Experts | Careers | Site Map | Feedback | Help | Health Tools | Tell a Friend
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2005 - 2009 Healthline Networks, Inc. All rights reserved.