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PARATHYROID GLAND By: Steph and Lindsey 1
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Parathyroid Gland and Disorders

Dec 18, 2014

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PARATHYROID GLANDBy: Steph and Lindsey

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FUNCTION OF PARATHYROID GLAND

Produce PTH To control calcium within the blood to

help maintain strong bones

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HORMONES SECRETED FROM PARATHYROID GLAND Secrete parathyroid

hormone (PTH)Humoral stimuliMost important regulator

of Ca2+ homeostasis of the blood

Hypercalcemic hormone

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HYPERPARATHYROIDISM

PathogenesisBone PainDepressionFrequent urinationKidney stonesNauseaLoss of appetite

EtiologyOverproduction of

the cells secreting PTH

Parathyroid develops a tumor

TreatmentRemove the

tumor surgically

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HYPOPARATHYROIDISM Pathogenesis

Heavier periods in females

CataractsTingling

sensationsMuscles spasms Dry hair and skin;

brittle nailsWeakened tooth

enamel in kids

Etiology Family History Autoimmune

Disorder Excessive radiation

treatment Low levels of Mg in

blood Treatment

restore the Ca and mineral balance in the bodyTake vitamins with Calcium and Vitamin D

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OSTEOPOROSIS Etiology

Loss of CalciumToo much PTH

Pathogenesis"Thin Bones"Bones break and

fracture easier Loss of energyFeel old Bones hurt

TreatmentRemove the bad

parathyroid gland

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PARATHYROID CANCER Pathogenesis

WeaknessLump in neckTrouble

swallowingLoss of appetiteUnquenchable

thirst TreatmentSurgeryRadiation therapy

EtiologyOut of control PTH

productionFamily historyHyperparathyroidism