| Toxicity of calcium manifests itself as
hypercalcemia. Causes
Ingestion of large quantities of calcium salt does not occur generally by itself. Excess Vitamin D may cause hypercalcemia, except in patients with
hypothyroidism, who absorb calcium with increased efficiency.
Signs and symptoms
Clinical symptoms of hypercalcemia are constipation, lethargy, lassitude, rapid onset
of fatigue and sometimes, excessive urination. Hypercalcemia crisis produces nausea,
vomiting, severe abdominal pain frequently associated with peptic ulcer or pancreatitis*.
* Inflammation of the pancreas.
Prevention and Treatment
Administration of calcium in various forms and dosages according to the cause of
hypercalcemia is the most accepted treatment.
Calcium
Back |
