Parathyroidectomy Related Diseases & Conditions

Medical tests and procedures are used to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Parathyroidectomy that may be used to diagnose or monitor the status of the diseases and conditions listed below.

  • Thyroid Cancer There are four major types of thyroid cancer: papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic thyroid cancer. Tumors on the...learn more »
    In This Article
    Thyroid Cancer Article
    • Thyroid cancer facts*
    • What is the thyroid?
    • What is cancer?
    • What are the different types of thyroid cancer?
    • Thyroid cancer symptoms*
    • How is thyroid cancer diagnosed?
    • How is staging determined for thyroid cancer?
    • What is the treatment for thyroid cancer?
    • Surgery
    • Thyroid hormone treatment
    • Radioactive iodine therapy
    • External radiation therapy
    • Chemotherapy
    • Second opinion
    • Follow-up care
    • Sources of support
    • Taking part in cancer research
  • Hyperparathyroidism Hyperparathyroidism is a disorder of the parathyroid glands. There are two types of hyperparathyroidism, primary and secondary....learn more »
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    Hyperparathyroidism Article
    • Introduction to hyperparathyroidism
    • What are the parathyroid glands?
    • What is hyperparathyroidism?
    • Why are calcium and phosphorous so important?
    • What causes hyperparathyroidism?
    • How common is hyperparathyroidism?
    • What are the symptoms of hyperparathyroidism?
    • How is hyperparathyroidism diagnosed?
    • How is hyperparathyroidism treated?
    • Are there any complications associated with parathyroid surgery?
    • Are parathyroid imaging tests needed before surgery?
    • Which doctors specialize in treating hyperparathyroidism?
  • Hypoparathyroidism In hypoparathyroidism, the parathyroid gland does not produce enough parathyroid hormone. Causes of hypoparathyroidism include...learn more »
    In This Article
    Hypoparathyroidism Article
    • What is hypoparathyroidism?
    • What causes hypoparathyroidism?
    • What are the symptoms of hypoparathyroidism?
    • How is hypoparathyroidism treated?