What could cause calcium levels to fluctuate?
Calcium levels fluctuate constantly in response to a number of factors such as food, drink, exercise, stress, infection and other medications.
Last updated on 25 Sep 2023
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.
Drinking plenty of water: Staying hydrated may lower blood calcium levels, and it can help prevent kidney stones too.
Serum calcium is a blood test to measure the amount of calcium in the blood.
The recommended calcium intake to prevent calcium stones is 1000-1200 mg per day. If you exceed the recommended calcium intake then it could cause kidney stones.
Too much calcium in your blood can weaken your bones, create kidney stones, and interfere with how your heart and brain work.
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