What are the symptoms of calcium disorders (parathyroid glands)?

High calcium: drinking/urinating a lot, apathy, loss of appetite, weakness, urinary stones. Low calcium: tremors, stiffness, muscle spasms, seizures, restlessness. Varied symptoms depending on the imbalance

Is Calcium disorders (parathyroid glands) contagious?

Calcium disorders (parathyroid glands) does not spread directly between animals.

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Calcium disorders (parathyroid glands)

Abnormal blood calcium levels caused by malfunctioning parathyroid glands. Calcium that is either too high or too low causes significant symptoms.

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Symptoms to watch for

• High calcium: drinking/urinating a lot, apathy, loss of appetite, weakness, urinary stones
• Low calcium: tremors, stiffness, muscle spasms, seizures, restlessness
• Varied symptoms depending on the imbalance

Causes

Parathyroid gland tumours, kidney disease, certain tumours, complications following thyroid surgery, nutritional imbalances.

Diagnosis

Blood tests that detect the abnormal calcium level, plus hormone tests (PTH) and imaging to locate the underlying cause.

Treatment

Depends on the cause: surgery if there is a parathyroid tumour, supplements or medication to correct the calcium, and treatment of the underlying disease.

Prevention

Difficult to prevent. Routine blood tests can detect abnormal calcium levels before they cause serious symptoms.

When should you see the vet?

See your vet if there are tremors, spasms or, on the other hand, excessive thirst with apathy. Abnormal calcium levels have serious underlying causes that need to be identified.

Consult a vet

WetAi guides you and takes you to the vet; it does not diagnose.

Notice: this information is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does NOT replace diagnosis or treatment by a registered veterinary surgeon. If you notice any symptoms, always consult a professional. Wallapets accepts no responsibility for the use of this information without veterinary supervision.