Idiopathic hypercalciuria

Hypercalciuria - idiopathic

Idiopathic hypercalciuria is the presence of excess calcium in the urine without an obvious cause. This condition can lead to kidney stones or osteoporosis .

Kidney stones

A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter at the same time.

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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break (fracture).

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Open References

References

Weber TJ. Osteoporosis. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman's Cecil Medicine . 25th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2016:chap 243.

Male urinary system - illustration

The urinary system is made up of the kidneys, ureters, urethra and bladder.

Male urinary system

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Male urinary system - illustration

The urinary system is made up of the kidneys, ureters, urethra and bladder.

Male urinary system

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Tests for Idiopathic hypercalciuria

Review Date: 8/29/2015

Reviewed By: Laura J. Martin, MD, MPH, ABIM Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Atlanta, GA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Isla Ogilvie, PhD, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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