Learn how the parathyroid glands work, what happens when they malfunction, and what to know about parathyroid disease from Dr. Babak Larian.
Parathyroid disease is more common and more debilitating than most people realize. Yet it often goes undiagnosed for years, leaving people to live with vague but life-limiting parathyroid disease symptoms, like fatigue, brain fog, or bone pain, with no clear explanation or effective treatment plan. Some are told it’s just part of aging. Others are treated for… Continue reading Parathyroid Disease Explained: From Diagnosis to Life-Changing Treatment
by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid Because the parathyroid glands are located in the neck, any physician treating parathyroid problems must thoroughly understand the anatomy of the neck and throat. At the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles, we specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions of this complex part of the body. We find it helpful for our patients to understand the parts… Continue reading An In-Depth Look at the Anatomy of the Throat and Neck
Hyperparathyroidism presents unique challenges during pregnancy that can impact the lives and health of a mother and baby. Fortunately, the incidence of hyperparathyroidism in pregnant women is relatively small, affecting less than one percent of the entire population. However, as women are having babies later in life, the incidence of primary hyperparathyroidism in pregnancy could… Continue reading Primary Hyperparathyroidism During Pregnancy
Because the symptoms of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) are often similar to symptoms of a host of other medical conditions, PHPT may go undiagnosed. To help address this issue, the United Kingdom’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) developed a series of guidelines to aid in diagnosing PHPT. The NICE 2019 Guidelines exist to… Continue reading UK NICE Guidelines for Treatment of PHPT Explained
Parathyroid Gland Function Parathyroid glands try to tightly control the level of calcium in the bloodstream. They do this by looking at the level of calcium (Ca2+) in the blood stream; if the level is too low they produce PTH, and if the level is too high they stop producing PTH. So calcium has a… Continue reading Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism
Dr. Babak Larian of the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles is committed to providing his patients with the best care possible. As part of this commitment, Dr. Larian is proud to announce that he has installed the Hockey Stick 8809 intraoperative parathyroid ultrasound probe in his operating room, so he can further… Continue reading Dr. Larian Installs Intraoperative Parathyroid Ultrasound Probe in Operating Room
Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) and hypothyroidism may sound similar, but there are many differences between these medical conditions. Now, let’s examine HPT and hypothyroidism, their differences, and how both conditions are diagnosed and treated. What Are Hyperparathyroidism and Hypothyroidism? HPT affects any of the parathyroid glands, oval-shaped glands found in the lower portion of the neck. The… Continue reading Are Hyperparathyroidism and Hypothyroidism Related?
Is There a Link Between Hyperparathyroidism and Polyuria (Frequent Urination)? You probably know that hyperparathyroidism happens when one or more parathyroid glands malfunction, producing too much parathyroid hormone (PTH). But you might be wondering, “What is polyuria?” Polyuria is the medical term for excessive urination. The average person produces around 2 to 3 liters of… Continue reading Hyperparathyroidism and Polyuria (Frequent Urination): Here’s What You Need to Know
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
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