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My hyperparathyroidism's worsening it seems. Surgery ahead?
Diabetes & Endocrine System | Last Active: Mar 23 6:35am | Replies (35)Comment receiving replies
Anyone had a high PTH level and normal calcium levels.? My PTH was at 122.7 and calcium level 10. I did a urine catch and calcium levels normal. But I seem to have most of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, along with a diagnosis of osteoporosis. I do have hypothyroidism, which went into hyperthyroidism after receiving Covid vaccine in 2021. Took over 2 years to get it back to hypothyroid mode. After genetic testing, I found out I had the MTHFR gene variation (T/T) and started taking methylated vitamins. They made me feel a little better. I looked into Dr. Norman but I live in Montana. I also have chronic pain from stroke in '98 and spinal fusion in '17. I just want to feel better. It is so discouraging to feel rotten every single day. Any ideas? I will turn 75 next month.
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@barbfdh I’m so sorry you feel rotten every single day! I’m confused. Are you posting about a parathyroid or a thyroid issue? I don’t know much about or have much experience with parathyroid. I have a history and was treated for hyperthyroidism (Grave’s disease). My Dr. told me that the condition sometimes flips to the opposite, or hypothyroidism. Hyper—- means too much. Hypo—- means too little. My Dr. monitors my levels in case this starts happening to me. Does this sound like anything similar to what you are experiencing? Could you share more about your diagnoses and symptoms?
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You should read the Calcium Pro app from the Norman Center. Your calcium should be below 10! Even though the range of calcium of 10+ is rated normal, the surgeons at the Norman center point out that is too high for someone over 50. Your calcium combined with your PRH levels clearly puts you in hyperparathyroid territory. There is also a center in San Francisco that does many cases. Your expenses may be tax deductible if you fly to another state for surgery. It is important to see someone who does a lot of the procedure. But please don’t delay, the damage high calcium causes continues to take its toll. Good luck.