Parathyroid adenoma is a small tumor of the parathyroid gland
and is known to be the most common disorder of the gland.
Parathyroid adenomas are benign therefore it is not malignant.
The parathyroid gland increases in size and it tends to produce
excess parathyroid hormones. This is also known as primary
hyperparathyroidism. Patients are not aware of the tumors in
most cases. Tumors are only found when patient’s routine blood
test results show elevated blood calcium and parathyroid hormone
levels. In serious cases, kidney stones can form as the bone
density diminishes. The parathyroid glands in the neck are
responsible for controlling calcium use and removal in the body.
The parathyroid glands do this by producing parathyroid hormones
or PTH. PTH helps in controlling calcium, vitamin D and
phosphorus levels within in the blood and bone. Parathyroid
adenomas may also be due to genetic problems. If there is a
family history of someone having a parathyroid adenoma, it is
more likely for the present and upcoming