Endocrine Abstracts

Hypercalcaemia is a recognised feature of hyperthyroidism due to accelerated bone turnover caused by thyroid hormone. When present, it is generally mild, usually with levels < 3.00 mmol/l. We present a case of a 19 year old male with thyrotoxicosis, who had severe hypercalcaemia and was also found to have possible co-existent adrenal insufficiency at the same time.He presented with a 4 month history of weight loss, anxiety, tremors and palpitations. ...