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Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) is a condition that causes one or more parathyroid glands to produce an excess amount of parathyroid hormone (PTH). This disrupts the blood calcium level in the body and can lead to kidney failure. To understand the correlation between parathyroid gland abnormalities and kidney failure, let’s examine the impact of HPT on the… Continue reading Can the Parathyroid Cause Kidney Failure?

Calcitonin is an amino acid hormone produced and released in the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland that helps the body manage metabolism, muscle control, and other essential functions. Calcitonin helps regulate calcium levels in the blood — and appears to work against the parathyroid hormone (PTH). The relationship between calcitonin and PTH is complex, but… Continue reading The Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitonin

Most of us know that vitamin D and calcium go hand in hand. That is because vitamin D aids in the proper absorption of calcium in our bodies. This is the reason why milk is commonly fortified with vitamin D or else the calcium in the milk would not get absorbed by the body. Patients… Continue reading Vitamin D & The Parathyroid

The parathyroid glands are four of the lesser-known glands in the human body. With symptoms of parathyroid problems often being misdiagnosed, many people living with a parathyroid problem may not even know it! Babak Larian, MD, FACS, Director of the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery, is here to help you understand the parathyroid glands and… Continue reading You Might Have A Parathyroid Problem If…

Did you know that the term “ectopic” simply means “in an abnormal position”? By definition, ectopic parathyroid glands are parathyroid glands that are not located in the standard position in the body. Babak Larian, MD, FACS, parathyroid expert in Los Angeles, sees patients with ectopic parathyroid glands fairly regularly, with the condition being present in about… Continue reading What Are Ectopic Parathyroid Glands?

Osteoporosis, or bone disease, affects nearly 57 million Americans. You are probably familiar with the connection between calcium and osteoporosis, but did you know that osteoporosis might be caused by an underlying parathyroid disorder? The parathyroid is comprised of four small glands positioned behind your thyroid that regulate calcium in your bloodstream. Head and neck… Continue reading Treating Osteoporosis Caused By Parathyroid Disorder

Though it’s been known for quite some time that hyperparathyroidism affects woman at a 3:1 ratio, new studies suggest that the group at the highest risk of developing the condition is African American woman over the age of 50. In a new study published by the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, the effects of… Continue reading New Research Suggests African American Woman At Greatest Risk For Developing Hyperparathyroidism

At the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles, expert head and neck surgeon Babak Larian, MD, FACS, performs parathyroid surgery for individuals suffering from parathyroid tumors and parathyroid cancer. To better help his patients prepare for their pending surgery, Dr. Larian has put together helpful information surrounding some of the most frequently asked… Continue reading What Is Parathyroid Surgery?

Often times when individuals come to Dr. Larian for issues relating to their parathyroid, they wonder if surgery is the best option for them. Though parathyroid cancer and tumors can affect an individual at any time in their lives, one of the most common questions asked is “am I too old for parathyroid surgery and… Continue reading Am I Too Old For Parathyroid Surgery?

Whenever a patient comes to Dr. Larian for the examination and treatment of a parathyroid tumor, they often seek medical attention because they noticed certain symptoms that were bothering them. Though symptoms of parathyroid tumors can mimic other disorders, it’s important to always listen to your body and understand when you should reach out to… Continue reading Parathyroid Tumor Symptoms