Warning Signs Of Hypercalcemia

Fatigue

The side effects of hypercalcemia extend to all parts of the body, not just the urinary and the digestive tracts. In fact, in severe cases of hypercalcemia, the mind can even be affected. As a matter of fact, it can cause confusion and lethargy in addition to fatigue. In some severe cases, it may even cause depression. If this is the case for you, you may need to be hospitalized, as your hypercalcemia may be more serious. Your doctor can then administer the necessary tests to determine the cause and provide treatment. In some instances, it may be necessary to receive IV fluids as well as diuretics to lower the calcium as quickly as possible to prevent any permanent damage to the nervous system.

Heart Palpitations

Heart palpitations are a part of a greater set of symptoms that may occur in rare cases of hypercalcemia. These are often the most intense and the most severe symptoms, and patients who note any changes to their heart function should contact their doctor immediately to avoid severe consequences. In addition to heart palpitations, other symptoms related to their heart's function patients may note are fainting, indications of cardiac arrhythmia, and additional heart problems. Patients who see these symptoms will likely be referred to an endocrinologist who will recommend the best treatment options for continual care. Often in these cases, the patient will have to be hospitalized to begin recovery.