“Did you know a small, non-cancerous tumor in your neck can cause kidney stones, bone pain, and even mood changes? It’s called a parathyroid adenoma.
“A parathyroid adenoma is a benign tumor on one of your four tiny parathyroid glands—located behind your thyroid.
It overproduces parathyroid hormone (PTH), leading to high calcium in the blood
(Symptoms – bones, stones, groans)
(Symptoms – bones, stones, groans)
Classic signs include:
- Kidney stones
- Bone pain or weakness
- Fatigue, depression, ‘brain fog’
Diagnosis & treatment
Diagnosed with high calcium + high PTH blood tests, plus ultrasound or sestamibi scan to locate it
Diagnosed with high calcium + high PTH blood tests, plus ultrasound or sestamibi scan to locate it
The cure? Surgical removal of the adenoma—often minimally invasive, with quick recovery ”
If you have recurring stones, bone pain, or unexplained fatigue, ask your doctor about checking your calcium and PTH. Early detection prevents long-term damage