by Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism and diabetes are two conditions that can significantly affect daily well-being and overall quality of life. While many patients suffer from either disease, a notable overlap exists between the two. Does hyperparathyroidism cause diabetes, or vice...
by Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism and autoimmune diseases can both be challenging to diagnose due to the vague and overlapping nature of their symptoms. But do the similarities end there? While there is not a decisive link between hyperparathyroidism and autoimmune diseases,...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism is a challenging disease to diagnose due to its vague symptoms. Doctors often look at bone and joint pain and cognitive issues when considering hyperparathyroidism. However, many patients also experience gastrointestinal symptoms. If...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Changes in cognitive function can be frightening, especially when you don’t know the cause. Patients with undiagnosed hyperparathyroidism commonly experience short-term memory loss and an inability to concentrate. Fortunately, symptoms often improve or go away with a...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism presents unique challenges during pregnancy that can impact the lives and health of a mother and baby. Fortunately, the incidence of hyperparathyroidism in pregnant women is relatively small, affecting less than one percent of the entire...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Because the symptoms of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) are often similar to symptoms of a host of other medical conditions, PHPT may go undiagnosed. To help address this issue, the United Kingdom’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) developed...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) can cause a few symptoms that also happen in primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). But, there are many differences between the two medical conditions. A medical evaluation is key for those who display symptoms of FHH and/or...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Low or high blood calcium levels must be evaluated carefully during testing for hyperparathyroidism (HPT). Here are key factors that can impact the results of a parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test. 1. Time of Day Research indicates PTH levels can start to rise after...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
In addition to affecting a patient’s physical health, parathyroid disease can have far-flung effects on mental wellbeing. The good news is, with proper testing and diagnosis, a patient can treat both the physical and mental health effects of hyperparathyroidism...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
A sestamibi scan is used to evaluate the function of the parathyroid glands; these four glands are located in the neck and help manage the body’s calcium levels. To better understand the impact of a sestamibi scan, let’s examine this parathyroid gland...
