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Seizures and Basal Ganglia Calcification Caused by Hypoparathyroidism

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Seizures, not a typical feature of hypoparathyroidism, may present along with myalgia and tetany in patients of hypoparathyroidism. Thorough history and examination, derangement of biochemical parameters such as hypocalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, and inappropriately low levels of parathyroid hormone, along with basal ganglia calcification as seen on imaging, lead to the diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism in a 10-year-old child who presented to us. Treatment with calcium and active vitamin D significantly improved his condition. In this report, we discuss the presentation and treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Early detection and follow-up at clinically appropriate intervals is important to avoid complications.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.7888

Authors: Tabinda Nageen, Syed Zaki Muhammad, Ammarah Jamal

Institutions: Civil Hospital Karachi, Dow University of Health Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Parathyroid Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Nephrology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3023164841