Hypercalcaemia (Noun)
Meaning
The presence of abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood; usually the result of excessive bone resorption in hyperparathyroidism or Paget's disease.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with hypercalcaemia due to an overactive parathyroid gland, which caused excessive bone resorption.
- Hypercalcaemia can be a life-threatening condition if left untreated, as it can lead to cardiac arrest and renal failure.
- The patient's hypercalcaemia was managed with medication to reduce bone resorption and increase calcium excretion.
- Paget's disease can cause hypercalcaemia by increasing bone turnover and resorption, leading to high levels of calcium in the blood.
- Symptoms of hypercalcaemia may include confusion, muscle weakness, and bone pain, requiring prompt medical attention to restore normal calcium levels.