What Is Hypercalcemia?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
3. Signs and Symptoms: Moans
Gastrointestinal conditions may be early indicators of hypercalcemia. An associated increase in gastric acid can cause stomach upset, decreased appetite, nausea, and vomiting. This increase may also contribute to the formation of peptic ulcer disease.
When dehydration is present, constipation may worsen. Acute pancreatitis is a dangerous condition that may result from high calcium caused by hyperparathyroidism in rare cases. This diagnosis may be confirmed by the presence of both high parathyroid hormone levels and high blood calcium levels.
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