Hypercalcemia, high amounts of calcium in the blood, has symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bone pain, dementia, and weakness.

Hypercalcemia is commonly caused by improper function of the parathyroid glands.

Many different conditions can cause hypercalcemia; the most common are hyperparathyroidism and cancer.

People with cancer who are at risk of developing hypercalcemia should be familiar with early symptoms and know when to see a doctor. Good fluid intake (up to four quarts of liquid a day if possible), controlling nausea and vomiting.

That said, hypercalcemia can be an indication of cancer. People with hypercalcemia are at greater risk of developing certain types of cancer. That said, the primary cause of hypercalcemia is a condition known as hyperparathyroidism and there currently is no known cause of that disease. Check out the link below for the most recent and accurate information on hyperparathyroidism.

Sudden hypercalcemia can cause vomiting and coma

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