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Hypoparathyroidism
There are four parathyroid glands, located near each of the two lobes of the thyroid gland. The parathyroids produce parathyroid hormones that regulate blood levels of calcium necessary for strong bones and teeth, nerve function, and blood clotting. Hypoparathyroidism is a rare disorder associated with insufficient production of parathyroid hormone, the inability to make a usable form of parathyroid hormone, or the inability of kidneys and bones to respond to parathyroid hormone production. A deficiency of parathyroid hormone lowers blood calcium levels and raises phosphate levels. Hypoparathyroidism either may be inherited or acquired; the acquired form usually results from parathyroid surgery or an underlying disorder, such as cancer or neck trauma.
Signs and Symptoms
Hypoparathyroidism is often accompanied by the following signs and symptoms:
- Muscle spasm or cramping, typically in hands or feet
- Convulsions
- Cataracts
- Hair loss
- Dry skin or malformed nails
- Anxiety
- Abnormal sensations such as numbness, tingling, or burning, especially around the mouth and fingers
- Candidiasis (yeast infection), in cases resulting from autoimmune polyglandular syndrome, type I The following signs and symptoms often appear in children with hypoparathyroidism:
- Poor tooth development
- Vomiting
- Headaches
- Mental deficiency
What Causes It?
Hypoparathyroidism results from a variety of causes, as listed below:
- Underdeveloped parathyroid glands at birth
- Medical treatment (radiation to thyroid gland, drug treatment, thyroid or parathyroid surgery)
- An underlying medical condition such as cancer, neck trauma, Wilson's disease (high level of copper in tissues), an excess of iron in tissues, low levels of magnesium
Who's Most At Risk?
People with the following conditions or characteristics are at risk for developing hypoparathyroidism:
- Genetic factors
- Medications that suppress the parathyroid gland, such as asparagine, doxorubicin, cytosine arabinoside,
cimetidine, and preparations containing aluminum
- Surgery or removal of the parathyroid gland
- Extensive radiation to or removal of the thyroid gland
Treatment Plan
A lifelong regimen of dietary and/or supplemental calcium and vitamin D is usually required to restore calcium and mineral balance. In the acute phase of hypoparathyroidism, calcium will be administered intravenously; diuretics may be prescribed in that circumstance as well to prevent over excretion of calcium in the urine and to reduce the amount of calcium and vitamin D needed.
Suggested Nutritional Supplementation
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If there is a soy sensitivity use:
- D3 1000TM - 2 microtablets three times daily. Bioactive Vitamin D in a microtablet delivery form
- Cal Apatite® with Magnesium - 1-3 tablets twice daily
Cal Apatite with Magnesium is a comprehensive bone support formula featuring purity-certified, calcium- rich microcrystalline hydroxyapatite concentrate (MCHC), a complex crystalline compound composed
primarily of calcium, phosphorus, delicate organic factors and protein matrix, bone-derived growth factors, and a full spectrum of trace minerals that naturally comprise healthy bone with an addition of 300 mg of magnesium per serving.
- ChloroClearTM - 2 softgels daily
ChloroClear contains concentrated amounts of chlorophyllin, the most abundant source of Vitamin K, to support the first line of protection against certain dietary and environmental toxins.
- Para Thyrolate - 2 tablets three times daily
Para Thyrolate is designed to help normalize calcium and phosphorus metabolism by virtue of its
parathyroid component while also containing thyroid growth and repair factors.
- N-19 Parathyroid Plus - 10 drops three times daily
Homeopathic endocrine formula to support parathyroid normalization
Dietary Suggestions
- Anti-Inflammatory Diet