What is Hyperparathyroidism? The Basic Video.

High Calcium and Hyperparathyroidism: Learn about parathyroid glands and what happens when they become tumors and which symptoms are caused by too much calcium in your blood. The most basic Dr Norman Video is award winning. 00:00 Introduction to parathyroid disease 00:50 Parathyroid glands and tumor growth 01:25 Tumor cell multiplication explained 02:03 Excess hormone effects on bones 02:49 Osteoporosis from calcium loss 03:18 Drugs ineffective for parathyroid tumors 04:32 Tumor removal stops bone damage 05:10 Post-surgery calcium and vitamins