Thyroid/Parathyroid Cancer

Parathyroid Cancer Treatment At Surgical Associates Of Southern Texas

The four tiny glands in the neck attached to the thyroid are called parathyroid glands. Thyroid or Parathyroid cancer happens when the cells in the parathyroid glands, located under the Adam’s apple, grow out of control. There is no clear indication of what exactly causes it since this is a slow-growing cancer that is very rare. In the United States, there are less than 100 cases a year and they usually occur to people over the age of 30. If you are looking for Parathyroid Surgery in Houston, Surgical Associates Of Southern Texas are one of the best for the treatment.

What Is Parathyroid Cancer?

The Parathyroid hormone (PTH) helps the body use and store calcium, a vital mineral for the maintenance of muscles and nerves, and strengthening bones. The PTHis secreted by the Parathyroid gland. An excessive secretion of PTH leads to excessive calcium in the blood which inturn causes a cancer to form on the Parathyroid gland.

What Are The Symptoms Of Parathyroid Cancer?

The best way to diagnose parathyroid cancer is to determine the level of calcium in the blood.

Abnormally excessive peeing
Weakness or Fatigue
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach or back pain
Poor appetite
Weight loss
Constipation
A lump in the neck (rare)
Bone pain
Hoarse voice
Trouble swallowing

These signs can point to problems that aren’t parathyroid-related. That’s why it’s important to see your doctor if you have any of these symptoms and they don’t go away.

What Are The Common Causes Of Parathyroid Cancer?

Radiation from X-rays or other sources of radiation to the neck
Kidney stones, nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, weakness, and fatigue
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 or MEN1 syndrome which is a condition related to cancers of hormone-producing glands

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