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How is Hypercalcemia Treated?
Published: Nov 04, 2023
Managing hypercalcemia effectively is crucial to prevent serious health complications.
Treatment for Mild Hypercalcemia
Mild hypercalcemia often doesn't require immediate treatment. Patients are advised to avoid factors that can worsen the condition, such as certain medications and a high-calcium diet. Staying hydrated is also important to prevent kidney stones.
Approach to Moderate Hypercalcemia
Those with moderate hypercalcemia may not need immediate therapy unless symptoms appear suddenly. In such cases, treatments like saline hydration and bisphosphonates are used to manage calcium levels effectively.
Managing Severe Hypercalcemia
Severe hypercalcemia requires aggressive treatment with intravenous saline, calcitonin, and bisphosphonates. These therapies work together to lower calcium levels rapidly and sustain control over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avoid factors that worsen it and stay hydrated.
Moderate cases may need treatments like saline and bisphosphonates.
With aggressive therapies like intravenous saline and bisphosphonates.
Hydration helps prevent kidney stones.
Key Takeaways
Different levels of hypercalcemia require different treatment approaches.
References
- Major P, Lortholary A, Hon J, et al. Zoledronic acid is superior to pamidronate in the treatment of hypercalcemia of malignancy. J Clin Oncol 2001; 19:558.
- Gucalp R, Theriault R, Gill I, et al. Treatment of cancer-associated hypercalcemia. Arch Intern Med 1994; 154:1935.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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