Parathyroid Adenoma
Parathyroid adenoma is a benign tumor on one of the parathyroid glands, which are small glands located near the thyroid in the neck. These glands regulate calcium levels in the body by producing parathyroid hormone (PTH). When an adenoma forms, it can lead to excessive production of PTH, causing high calcium levels in the blood, known as hypercalcemia. This can result in symptoms like fatigue, weakness, kidney stones, and bone pain. Treatment often involves surgery to remove the adenoma, which usually resolves the symptoms and restores normal calcium balance.
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Parathyroid adenoma is a benign tumor of the parathyroid glands, which are small glands located near the thyroid in the neck. These glands produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which helps regulate calcium levels in the blood. A parathyroid adenoma can cause the glands to produce too much PTH, leading to high calcium levels in the body, a condition known as hyperparathyroidism. Symptoms can include fatigue, kidney stones, bone pain, and muscle weakness. Treatment often involves surgical removal of the adenoma to restore normal calcium levels and alleviate symptoms.