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Hypoparathyroidism

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Synonyms

  • Parathyroid, Underactivity of
  • Tetany

Disorder Subdivisions

  • None

General Discussion

Hypoparathyroidism is a condition characterized by insufficient production of parathyroid hormones by the parathyroid glands, the small, oval glands located near the thyroid gland in the neck. Parathyroid hormones (along with vitamin D and the hormone calcitonin, which is produced by the thyroid gland) play a role in regulating levels of calcium in the blood. Due to deficiency of parathyroid hormones, affected individuals exhibit abnormally low levels of calcium in the blood (hypocalcemia). Symptoms and findings associated with Hypoparathyroidism may include weakness, muscle cramps, excessive nervousness, headaches, and/or increased excitability (hyperexcitability) of nerves resulting in uncontrollable twitching and cramping spasms of certain muscles such as those of the hands, feet, arms, and/or face (tetany). Hypoparathyroidism may result from absence of the parathyroid glands at birth, occur due to or in association with a number of different underlying disorders, or result from removal of or damage to the parathyroid glands. In rare cases, Hypoparathyroidism may be inherited as an autosomal recessive genetic trait.
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Resources

Hypoparathyroidism Association, Inc.
PO Box 2258
Idaho Falls
ID
83403
Tel: (208)524-3857
hpth@hpth.org; hpth@cableone.net
http://www.hpth.org

NIH/National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
2 Information Way
Bethesda
MD
20892-3570
Tel: (301)654-3810
Fax: (301)907-8906
800: (800)891-5389
nddic@info.niddk.nih.gov
http://www.niddk.nih.gov

Thyroid Foundation of Canada
797 Princess Street
Kingston
Ontario
Intl
K7L 5J7
Canada
Tel: 6135448364
Fax: 6135449731
800: (800) 267-8822
thyroid@kos.net
http://www.thyroid.ca

NIH/National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
31 Center Dr
Building 31, Room 2A32
MSC2425
Bethesda
MD
20892
Tel: (301)496-5133
Fax: (301)496-7101
http://www.nih.gov/hichd/

Hormone Foundation
8401 Connecticut Ave
Suite 900
Chevy Chase
MD
20815
Fax: (310)941-0259
800: (800)467-6663
hormone@endo-society.org
http://www.hormone.org

MUMS (Mothers United for Moral Support, Inc) National Parent-to-Parent Network
150 Custer Court
Green Bay
WI
54301-1243
USA
Tel: (920)336-5333
Fax: (920)339-0995
800: (877)336-5333
mums@netnet.net
http://www.netnet.net/mums/

For a Complete Report:

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The information provided in this report is not intended for diagnostic purposes. It is provided for informational purposes only. NORD recommends that affected individuals seek the advice or counsel of their own personal physicians.

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This disease entry is based upon medical information available through the date at the end of the topic. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the Resources section for the most current information about this disorder.

For additional information and assistance about rare disorders, please contact the National Organization for Rare Disorders at P.O. Box 1968, Danbury, CT 06813-1968; phone (203) 744-0100; web site www.rarediseases.org or email orphan@rarediseases.org

Last Updated:  8/8/2007
Copyright  1989, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2007 National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.

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Last Updated: August 08, 2007
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