Idiopathic Hypoparathyroidism and Hyperthyroidism.
A case of idiopathic hypoparathyroidism is reported. The patient had presented symptoms for 16 years and various treatments and diagnoses had been tried before the correct conclusion was reached. Adequate treatment resulted in normalization of most of the symptoms. The patient also had hyperthyroidism, an exceptional combination. A possible relationship between the two diseases is discussed.
D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006980:Hyperthyroidism / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D007011:Hypoparathyroidism / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D013997:Time Factors