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How do I know about the need for calcium in our body?

How do I know about the need for calcium in our body?

Low levels of calcium can cause extreme fatigue, which involves a lack of energy and an overall feeling of sluggishness. It can also lead to insomnia. Fatigue associated with a calcium deficiency can also involve lightheadedness, dizziness, and brain fog.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

How is calcium measured in peripheral blood?

Serum calcium is a blood test to measure the amount of calcium in the blood.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

Does exercise reduce calcium levels?

Exercise is known to help calcium absorb in bones.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

What happens if someone has too much calcium?

Too much calcium in your blood can weaken your bones, create kidney stones, and interfere with how your heart and brain work.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

What are the side effects of calcium medicine?

The known side effects of calcium are constipation, loose motions, or severe abdominal pain.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

What causes excess calcium to be produced in our bodies?

Hypercalcemia is usually a result of overactive parathyroid glands. These four tiny glands are situated in the neck, near the thyroid gland. Other causes of hypercalcemia include cancer, certain other medical disorders, some medications, and taking too much of calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Last updated on 25 Sep 2023

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