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Osteitis fibrosa

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Alternative Names:

Osteitis fibrosa cystica

Treatment:

Most of the bone problems of osteitis fibrosa are usually reversible with surgery.

Most patients with hyperparathyroidism have no symptoms, and many can be followed with blood tests and bone measurements. Others may need surgery to remove the abnormal parathyroid gland(s).

If surgery is not possible, drugs can sometimes be used to lower calcium levels.

Complications:

The complications of osteitis fibrosa include bone fractures, pain, and deformities. There may be other problems stemming from the hyperparathyroidism itself, such as kidney stones and kidney failure .

Calling your health care provider:

A physician should be called if you notice bone pain, tenderness, or if you have a fracture or any of the symptoms of hyperparathyroidism.

• Review Date: 8/11/2006
• Reviewed By: Robert Hurd, MD, Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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