Primary hyperparathyroidism is associated with increased long-term risks for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.

In January of 2023, Herb Abrams kicked off the new year with a start that no one enjoys – at the doctor with sudden abdominal soreness. “For a few years, I thought I was just getting old,” Abrams said ...

Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) in pregnancy is a rare but significant endocrine disorder, characterised by excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone leading to hypercalcaemia. The physiological ...

Primary hyperparathyroidism patients had higher cardiometabolic risks versus controls in a 15-year retrospective study. Those who underwent parathyroidectomy had a lower type 2 diabetes risk compared ...

Among postmenopausal women with primary hyperparathyroidism, parathyroidectomy led to significant improvements in lower limb muscle strength and volume, along with reductions in fat fraction.

Some people with hyperparathyroidism may notice weight gain or weight loss. These changes may occur due to factors like underlying medical conditions or appetite changes. Hyperparathyroidism is ...