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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is a genetic condition characterized by asymptomatic hypercalcemia and low urinary calcium. | [[Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia]] is a genetic condition characterized by asymptomatic hypercalcemia and low urinary calcium. | ||
==What are the Symptoms of Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?== | ==What are the Symptoms of Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?== | ||
The majority of patients with FHH are asymptomatic.However, FHH can present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as: | The majority of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) are asymptomatic.However, FHH can present with signs and symptoms of [[hypercalcemia]] such as: | ||
* [[Constipation]] | * [[Constipation]] | ||
* [[Increased urination]] | * [[Increased urination]] | ||
* [[Increased thirst]] | * [[Polydipsia|Increased thirst]] | ||
* [[Loss of appetite]] | * [[Loss of appetite]] | ||
* | * Loss of concentration | ||
* Abdominal pain | * [[Abdominal pain]] | ||
* [[Muscle weakness]] | * [[Muscle weakness]] | ||
* [[Confusion]] | * [[Confusion]] | ||
* [[Fatigue]] | * [[Fatigue]] | ||
* Neuropsychiatric symptoms | * [[Neuropsychiatric|Neuropsychiatric symptoms]] | ||
==What Causes Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?== | ==What Causes Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?== | ||
* FHH is a benign inherited condition caused by mutations in the calcium-sensing receptor located on chromosome 3. | * FHH is a benign inherited condition caused by mutations in the calcium-sensing receptor located on chromosome 3. | ||
* The calcium-sensing receptor is present on the parathyroid glands that are present in the neck region and the lining the kidney tubule. | * The calcium-sensing receptor is present on the [[Parathyroid gland|parathyroid glands]] that are present in the neck region and the lining the kidney tubule. | ||
* CASR has the ability to sense small changes in circulating calcium concentration and send this information that modifies PTH secretion or renal calcium handling. | * CASR has the ability to sense small changes in circulating calcium concentration and send this information that modifies [[PTH|parathyroid hormone (PTH)]] secretion or renal calcium handling. | ||
* Inherited abnormalities of the CASR gene, can cause either hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia depending upon whether they are inactivating or activating. | * Inherited abnormalities of the CASR gene, can cause either [[hypercalcemia]] or [[hypocalcemia]] depending upon whether they are inactivating or activating. | ||
==Who is at Highest Risk?== | ==Who is at Highest Risk?== | ||
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==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Blood tests are done to check for increased levels of calcium, phosphate, [[parathyroid hormone]] (PTH), and alkaline phosphatase. A | Blood tests are done to check for increased levels of [[calcium]], [[phosphate]], [[parathyroid hormone]] (PTH), and [[alkaline phosphatase]]. A 24-hour urine collection test can help determine how much calcium is being removed from the body. | ||
Bone x-rays and bone mineral density test can help detect bone loss, fractures, or bone softening. | Bone [[x-rays]] and bone mineral density test can help detect [[bone loss]], [[fractures]], or bone softening. | ||
X-rays, ultrasound, or CT | [[X-rays|X-rays,]] [[ultrasound]], or [[CT scan]]<nowiki/>s of the [[kidneys]] or [[Urinary system|urinary tract]] may show calcium deposits or a blockage. | ||
==When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?== | ==When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?== | ||
Make an appointment with your primary care physician if you have any symptoms of hypercalcemia. | Make an appointment with your [[primary care physician]] if you have any symptoms of hypercalcemia. | ||
==Treatment Options== | ==Treatment Options== | ||
There is no treatment for FHH as it is a benign condition. | There is no treatment for FHH as it is a benign condition. | ||
Surgical intervention is not recommended for the FHH, rarely parathyroid glands are removed by surgical excision in patients with associated conditions such as | Surgical intervention is not recommended for the FHH, rarely [[parathyroid glands]] are removed by surgical excision in patients with associated conditions such as | ||
* [[Parathyroid adenoma]] | * [[Parathyroid adenoma]] | ||
* [[Pancreatitis]] | * [[Pancreatitis]] | ||
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Very rarely FHH can cause complications secondary to hypercalcemia, which includes: | Very rarely FHH can cause complications secondary to hypercalcemia, which includes: | ||
* [[Urinary tract infection]] due to kidney stones and blockage | * [[Urinary tract infection]] due to [[Kidney stone|kidney stones]] and blockage | ||
* [[Peptic ulcer disease]] | * [[Peptic ulcer disease]] | ||
* [[Pancreatitis]] | * [[Pancreatitis]] | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ajay Gade MD[2]]
Overview
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is a genetic condition characterized by asymptomatic hypercalcemia and low urinary calcium.
What are the Symptoms of Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?
The majority of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) are asymptomatic.However, FHH can present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as:
- Constipation
- Increased urination
- Increased thirst
- Loss of appetite
- Loss of concentration
- Abdominal pain
- Muscle weakness
- Confusion
- Fatigue
- Neuropsychiatric symptoms
What Causes Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?
- FHH is a benign inherited condition caused by mutations in the calcium-sensing receptor located on chromosome 3.
- The calcium-sensing receptor is present on the parathyroid glands that are present in the neck region and the lining the kidney tubule.
- CASR has the ability to sense small changes in circulating calcium concentration and send this information that modifies parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion or renal calcium handling.
- Inherited abnormalities of the CASR gene, can cause either hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia depending upon whether they are inactivating or activating.
Who is at Highest Risk?
Patients with a positive family history of high blood calcium and absence of symptoms are at high risk.
Diagnosis
Blood tests are done to check for increased levels of calcium, phosphate, parathyroid hormone (PTH), and alkaline phosphatase. A 24-hour urine collection test can help determine how much calcium is being removed from the body.
Bone x-rays and bone mineral density test can help detect bone loss, fractures, or bone softening.
X-rays, ultrasound, or CT scans of the kidneys or urinary tract may show calcium deposits or a blockage.
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?
Make an appointment with your primary care physician if you have any symptoms of hypercalcemia.
Treatment Options
There is no treatment for FHH as it is a benign condition. Surgical intervention is not recommended for the FHH, rarely parathyroid glands are removed by surgical excision in patients with associated conditions such as
Where to find Medical Care for Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia?
Make an appointment with your primary care physician if you have symptoms of hypercalcemia.
Prevention
There are no established measures for the primary or secondary prevention of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.
What to Expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
This is an asymptomatic condition. People with this condition can have a normal lifespan with a routine lifestyle.
Possible Complications
Very rarely FHH can cause complications secondary to hypercalcemia, which includes:
- Urinary tract infection due to kidney stones and blockage
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Pancreatitis
- Pseudogout