Published By: Orna Ghosh

Study about Hypocalcemia.

To maintain healthy bones and teeth and the functioning of nerves and muscle tissues, Calcium is one of the essential requirements that our body has.

Calcium is stored in our bones and teeth to support their structure and hardness. It is also involved with muscle movement and the proper functioning of our nerves. Therefore, its deficiency disrupts the smooth functioning of our system- Hypocalcemia. It is a condition in which the calcium level decreases to below average due to low calcium production or insufficient calcium circulation in our body. This condition might also be the result of vitamin D or magnesium deficiency in our bodies.

 SYMPTOMS OF HYPOCALCEMIA

Hypocalcemia might be a risk factor for those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders, kidney problems, liver failure, anxiety disorders and pancreatitis. Similarly, children born to diabetic mothers are at the risk of suffering from hypocalcemia.

In some cases, the person suffering from hypocalcemia doesn’t show any signs or symptoms. However, others may observe the following symptoms- twitching, tingling, scaly skin, seizures, rough hair structure, cracked nails, memory loss, cramps, abnormal heartbeat, depression and others.

 WAYS TO TREAT HYPOCALCEMIA

If you experience any of the mentioned symptoms, it would be suggested to take a diagnostic test to verify this condition. Once detected, you can consult a specialised doctor for medical help. Doctors usually prescribe vitamin D, vitamin C or magnesium supplements to treat the situation of hypocalcemia. In case of spontaneous occurrence of the symptoms, then you might be prescribed intravenous (IV) medications. Similarly, if hyperparathyroidism causes hypocalcemia, doctors give you a synthetic version of HTP (or 5- Hydroxytryptophan).

It is also possible to follow these routines at home to treat hypocalcemia. Firstly, spend time out in the sunlight to utilise the natural source of vitamin D [Best time to soak in the sun is between morning and noon]. Secondly, add calcium-rich supplements such as dairy products (milk, yoghurt or cheese), green leafy vegetables (kale, turnips, okra or collard greens), cereals, grains, soybeans, seeds (chia seeds, sesame or celery) and others.

Hypocalcemia is a condition that might go away without any medical treatment, but some might suffer from severe symptoms. Therefore, to avoid such cases, a person diagnosed with hypocalcemia gets advice for regular check-ups. By following these steps, you can make sure that the calcium levels in your body are normal.

As concluded, with a healthy dietary plan, it is possible to avoid the condition of hypocalcemia.