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Parathyroid glands are four small glands located in the neck behind thyroid. The main function of these glands is to control the amount of calcium in the bones and blood. When the level of the calcium is low in blood, they secrete parathyroid hormone (PTH) which helps to maintain the right balance of calcium and phosphorus. In addition, overproduction and inadequate production of parathyroid hormones may lead to serious complications.

Maintain levels of calcium in the blood

If parathyroid glands produce too much or too little hormone, it disturbs the balance. If glands release extra parathyroid hormone, you have hyperparathyroidism, which means the level of calcium in your blood is increased. And, if you have insufficient parathyroid hormone, you have hypoparathyroidism which means the level of calcium and phosphorus in your blood is decreased.

Signs of parathyroid ailment

There are some possible signs of parathyroid disorders, some of them are cited below.

  • Nervous system problems - Fatigue, depression, worsening short term memory, brain fog

  • Muscle problems – Weakness and muscles aches

  • Digestive problems - Vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, ulcers, constipation and pancreatitis

  • Kidney issues - Kidney stones, kidney disorder and urinating more frequently

  • Bone and Joint issues - Weakening of the bones, joint and bone pain

If an individual notices these symptoms, they need to consult parathyroid surgeon in Dallas at the earliest. The parathyroid surgeon will thoroughly examine you and as per your medical condition suggest you surgery.

How to diagnose parathyroid aliments?

Medical experts examine parathyroid disorders through various tests, including:

  • Physical exam and medical history of the patient

  • Blood tests

  • CT scan

  • Parathyroid hormone test

  • Ultra sound exam

  • SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography Scan)

  • Angiogram

  • Venous sampling

  • Sestamibi parathyroid scan

Different kinds of parathyroid gland removal surgeries

Medical practitioners perform parathyroid surgery in Dallas through various procedures, some of them are discussed in below text.

  • Radio-Guided Parathyroidectomy

In this parathyroid surgery, surgeons use a gamma probe to make cut on the diseased part of the abnormal parathyroid tissue.

  • Endoscopic Parathyroidectomy

Surgeons make 2 or 3 small cuts in the neck and close to the breastbone to operate the infected part of the parathyroid tissues. This kind of surgical procedure reduces visible scarring.

  • Video-Assisted Parathyroidectomy

This kind of surgery is also known as minimally invasive video-assisted parathyroidectomy and endoscopic parathyroidectomy. This video-assisted surgery provides greater magnification that allows the surgeon to perform surgery through a smaller incision.

If you are suffering from parathyroid disorders, consult with an expert surgeon at the earliest.

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