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What is the definition of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1?
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) type 1 is subtype of a rare genetic (autosomal dominant) condition caused by a mutation in the calcium-sensing receptor gene (CASR). Familiar hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1 results in a loss of sensitivity in parathyroid and kidney cells that makes the body register high calcium levels (hypercalcemia) as normal. Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type I accounts for 65% of cases.
What are the symptoms of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1?
Most individuals with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1 do not have any symptoms. In rare cases, individuals with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1may experience symptoms of weakness, fatigue, headache, constipation, excessive thirst, excessive urination, and problems focusing. Some individuals with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1 may develop relapsing pancreatitis, a build-up of calcium deposits in the joints, and early vascular calcification.
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What are the current treatments for Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1?
For most individuals with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1, no treatment is necessary. In patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 1 who have developed pancreatitis, a total parathyroidectomy may be performed.
Who are the top Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1 Local Doctors?
Matthew D. Beasey
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. Matthew D. Beasey
Endocrinology
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. Matthew D. Beasey
Endocrinology

Ballad Health Medical Associates Diabetes And Endocrinology Center

16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Suite 112, 
Abingdon, VA 
276-258-3780
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English
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. Dr. Beasey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

Candi C. Overholt
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. Candi C. Overholt
Internal Medicine
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. Candi C. Overholt
Internal Medicine

Preferred Internal Medicine

150 E Broadway, 
Newport, TN 
423-636-2750
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English
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. Dr. Overholt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Familial Hypertension.

 
 
 
 
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James T. Dykes
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. James T. Dykes
Internal Medicine
Advanced in Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
Dr. James T. Dykes
Internal Medicine

Johnson City Internal Medicine

301 Med Tech Pkwy, Ste 240, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-794-5520
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English
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. Dr. Dykes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Infant Hyperglycemia, Low Potassium Level, and High Cholesterol.

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