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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?
Dr. Lorena L. Ejercito
Internal Medicine
Dr. Lorena L. Ejercito
Internal Medicine

Smh Physician Services Inc

1921 Waldemere St, Suite 605, 
Sarasota, FL 
 (1.2 mi)
941-917-8100
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Lorena Ejercito is an Internal Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Ejercito and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteopenia. Dr. Ejercito is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Steven R. Grogg
Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
Dr. Steven R. Grogg
Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

MedPeds Associates Of Sarasota

1931 S. Tuttle Ave, 
Sarasota, FL 
 (1.8 mi)
941-955-8800
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Steven Grogg is a Pediatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Grogg and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Grogg is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Petra Travnicek
Internal Medicine
Dr. Petra Travnicek
Internal Medicine

Manasota Medical Group LLC

1250 S Tamiami Trl, Suite 301, 
Sarasota, FL 
 (1.0 mi)
941-365-7771
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Petra Travnicek is an Internal Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Travnicek and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1, Hypercalcemia, Idiopathic Hypercalciuria, Myringotomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Travnicek is currently accepting new patients.

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