by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Because the parathyroid glands are located in the neck, any physician treating parathyroid problems must thoroughly understand the anatomy of the neck and throat. At the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles, we specialize in diagnosing and treating...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Parathyroid Gland Function Parathyroid glands try to tightly control the level of calcium in the bloodstream. They do this by looking at the level of calcium (Ca2+) in the blood stream; if the level is too low they produce PTH, and if the level is too high they stop...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) causes bone loss, which can lead to osteoporosis over time. Brittle bones and a higher potential for fractures characterize osteoporosis. There is no cure for the disease, but treatments are available to slow bone loss and reduce fracture...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) can cause physical and emotional symptoms that can look virtually identical to those associated with many other medical conditions. Thanks to advanced testing, HPT symptoms can be diagnosed and treated faster and more effectively than ever...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Parathyroid gland surgery can seem scary and feel intimidating, but help is available. At the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles, Babak Larian, MD, FACS, provides patients with the best parathyroid treatments. To determine which treatment is...
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid
Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) cannot be cured naturally. This is because HPT can be attributed to a set of genetic mutations that results in the abnormal parathyroid gland thinking that a higher calcium level is appropriate for the body (almost like changing the...
