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Preventing Hypocalcemia: What Can You Do?
Published: Mar 30, 2024
Preventing hypocalcemia involves understanding its risk factors and taking proactive steps to maintain healthy calcium levels.
Maintain a Balanced Diet
Eating a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D is one of the best ways to prevent hypocalcemia. Foods like dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified cereals are excellent sources of calcium. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, so ensure you're getting enough through sunlight exposure or supplements if needed.
Monitor Medication Use
Certain medications can affect calcium levels, such as anti-seizure drugs and bisphosphonates. If you're taking these medications, regular monitoring of your calcium levels is important. Discuss with your doctor about any potential risks and alternative treatments that may be available.
Identify and Manage Risk Factors
Conditions like chronic kidney disease or hypoparathyroidism increase the risk of hypocalcemia. Regular check-ups and early management of these conditions can help prevent calcium imbalances. Be proactive in discussing any symptoms or concerns with your healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
A diet rich in calcium and vitamin D helps maintain healthy calcium levels.
Drugs like bisphosphonates and anti-seizure medications can reduce calcium levels.
Those with chronic kidney disease or hypoparathyroidism are at higher risk.
The Bottom Line
Preventing hypocalcemia involves a combination of diet, monitoring, and managing risk factors.
References
- Turner J, Gittoes N, Selby P. SOCIETY FOR ENDOCRINOLOGY EMERGENCY ENDOCRINE GUIDANCE: Emergency management of acute hypocalcaemia in adult patients. Endocr Connect 2019; 8:X1.
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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