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Low Calcium.
I had total thyroidectomy due to Thyroid cancer,Rai of 100mcg done. 4 Parathyroids were preserved. Currently on Calcium supplement of 2000mg ,
my recent Calcium level is 7.2mg/DL
Couple of weeks ago the level was 7mg/DL .
at time of discharge my Calcium level was 8.3mg/DL , even though my recent level is decreased I have no symptoms of low calcium, I had vitamin D deficiency since long time . The calcium supplement has vitamin D3 as well, my worry is why the level decreased ? My albumin level is 4.2gms/DL which is normal . Is my low calcium caused by low Vitamin D issue ?
Do I need to undergo any blood tests ?
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Dr. Kaushal Yadav
Surgical Oncologist
19 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Temporary hypocalcemia is common after total thyroidectomy. Check vit D , calcium and albumin level regularly and consultant with your surgeon and endocrinologist for dose adjustments till it regulates
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