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FAQs about Hypoparathyroidism

Receiving a diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism can be difficult for you and your family, especially since information about the disease may be hard to find. Following are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers about hypoparathyroidism. What is hypoparathyroidism? Hypoparathyroidism is a rare condition in which the levels of the…

FAQs About Natpara for Hypoparathyroidism

Natpara is the only approved treatment for patients with hypoparathyroidism. A U.S. recall related to problems with its packaging, which came in effect in September 2019, has led to continuing difficulties in obtaining the medication in the country. Natpara is marketed by Takeda Pharmaceuticals, and was developed by Shire, now part…

FAQs About PTH Replacement Therapy for Hypoparathyroidism

Hypoparathyroidism is a rare disease in which patients have low levels of a hormone called PTH. Normally, the parathyroid glands produce this hormone, which controls the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood. A loss of the parathyroid glands (either due to genetics or surgery)…

FAQs About Congenital Hypoparathyroidism

Congenital hypoparathyroidism is a very rare condition, in which hypoparathyroidism occurs beginning at birth. Frequently asked questions about congenital hypoparathyroidism include: What is hypoparathyroidism? In hypoparathyroidism, too little of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) is produced by the parathyroid glands (four small nodes in the neck). Neck surgery, autoimmune…