| Thiazide-induced severe hypercalcemia: a case report and review of literature. | |
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PMID: 20068444 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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Most common causes of hypercalcemia are hyperparathyroidism, malignancy, vitamin D-mediated conditions such as sarcoidosis, and vitamin D toxicity. Less commonly, hypercalcemia can be caused by drugs such as thiazide diuretics and lithium. Mild hypercalcemia is usually asymptomatic but severe hypercalcemia is associated with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, excessive thirst, muscle weakness, lethargy, confusion, and fatigue. We are reporting a case of abdominal pain and altered mental status caused by thiazide-induced severe hypercalcemia of 19.8 mg/dL. This is the most severe case of thiazide-induced hypercalcemia that we have seen reported. Patients on thiazide diuretics should have their electrolytes frequently checked, especially patients on calcium supplements. Management usually includes hydration and discontinuation of drugs causing hypercalcemia. |
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Authors:
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Harit V Desai; Kaushang Gandhi; Mala Sharma; Michaud Jennine; Parminder Singh; Maureen Brogan |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: American journal of therapeutics Volume: 17 ISSN: 1536-3686 ISO Abbreviation: Am J Ther Publication Date: 2010 Nov-Dec |
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Created Date: 2010-11-09 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9441347 Medline TA: Am J Ther Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: e234-6 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Medicine, New York Medical College/Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY, USA. haritvdesai@yahoo.com |
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