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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Surgical associates of Southern Texas is a great practice with amazing medical assistants, staff, and a great surgeon. Dr.Murtaza did a routine and successful Hernia repair with no complications. The staff was very kind and accompanying of my schedule as I am constantly out of town. I would recommend him to anyone searching for a general surgeon.
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Lydia Dennis
Sugar Land
My gastroenterologist referred me to Dr Shakir as an option for my gallbladder removal, and I’m so glad he did. From the initial consultation to today’s post-op appointment with Dr Shakir and his staff, everything went very smoothly. He did the robotic laparoscopic removal and the incisions look amazing. Dr Shakir is knowledgeable, efficient, and professional. I hope I don’t need a general surgeon in the future, but if I do, I’d 100% book another surgery with him.
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From consultation through recovery, his approach emphasizes safety, transparency, and compassionate care tailored to each individual’s needs.
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