When the parathyroid gland in the neck produces low amount of parathyroid hormone. This rare condition is known as hypoparathyroidism (PTH)
Causes
- Low magnesium level in the body
- Radiation treatments of cancer
- Autoimmune disease
- Family History
- DiGeorge syndrome
- Injury or removal of the parathyroid glands
Symptoms
- Low level calcium levels
- Seizures
- Pain while menstruation
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Weakness and Fatigue
- Muscles aches and cramps
- Numbness , burning and tingling in the fingertips , toes and lips
- Dry skin
- Delicate nails
Treatment
- Calcium carbonate and vitamin D supplements
- Calcium rich foods
- Phosphorous rich foods
