Pseudohypoparathyroidism
Alternate Names : Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy, Types 1A and 1B pseudohypoparathyroidism
Symptoms & Signs
Symptoms are related to low levels of calcium and include: - Cataracts
- Dental problems
- Numbness
- Seizures
- Tetany (a collection of symptoms including muscle twitches and hand and foot spasms)
Persons with Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy may have the following symptoms:
- Calcium deposits under the skin
- Dimples that can replace knuckles on affected fingers
- Round face and short neck
- Short hand bones, especially the bone below the 4th finger
- Short stature
Diagnosis & Tests
Blood tests will be done to check calcium, phosphorus, and PTH levels. Urine tests may also be done. Other tests may involve:
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