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Yes, hyperparathyroidism can be associated with cataracts. The condition leads to elevated levels of parathyroid hormone, which can cause changes in calcium metabolism and may affect the lens of the eye, potentially resulting in cataract formation. Additionally, the chronic effects of hypercalcemia and its impact on ocular tissues could further contribute to cataract development over time.
What else can I help you with?
What can be done to prevent hyperparathyroidism?
Limiting intake of soft drinks can help to prevent hyperparathyroidism. Soda drinks contain high levels of phosphorus. High phosphorus intake can cause hypocalcemia that leads to secondary hyperparathyroidism.
How serious are cataracts in dogs?
Very Serious, Cataracts can easily cause blindness or death if your pet has cataracts bring him straight to the vet
What treatment is recommended for cataracts that cause little change in vision?
For cataracts that cause no symptoms or only minor visual changes, no treatment may be necessary.
What hormones does hyperparathyroidism affect?
Hyperparathyroidism uses the hormone parathyroid (PTH).
What is the explanation for the most common cause of cataracts?
aging
What is the difference between glaucoma and cataracts symptoms?
Although glaucoma and cataracts are both eye conditions that can cause loss of eyesight there are a few differences between them. Cataracts cause a painless loss of transparency overtime, while glaucoma can cause vision loss either slowly or quickly but with pain.
What is the alternate treatment of hyperparathyroidism?
There is no safe or reliable alternative to removal of the parathyroid glands for the treatment of hyperparathyroidism.
Waves that in large doses can cause skin cancer and cataracts?
Ultraviolet
Can crazy glue cause cataracts?
Maybe if injected into the eyeball. (not recommended)
What are the causes of hypercalcemia?
Many different conditions can cause hypercalcemia; the most common are hyperparathyroidism and cancer.
Can vitamins make you dizzy?
Yes it can. Also vitamin D deficiency can cause: - rickets - osteoporosis - depression - hyperparathyroidism - fatigue - obesity
How common is hyperparathyroidism?
It is estimated that 28 of every 100,000 people in the United States will develop hyperparathyroidism each year
