New Hope for Rare Calcium Disorder in Babies
Two infant sisters were born with a rare genetic condition that made their bodies unable to keep calcium levels normal, causing dangerous seizures. Doctors …
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New Guidelines Help Doctors Treat Rare Calcium Disorder
Hypoparathyroidism is a rare condition where the body doesn't make enough of a hormone that controls calcium levels. Doctors in Germany, Austria, and …
Read MoreWhy Some Kids Can't Get Enough Vitamin D (Even in the Sun)
Researchers discovered that some children don't get enough vitamin D not just because they avoid the sun or eat poorly, but because their immune system is …
Read MoreRare Bone Disease Found in Teen With Unexplained Hip Fractures
A 14-year-old girl experienced painful fractures in her hip bones without any injury or fall. Doctors discovered she had a rare genetic condition called …
Read MoreCan a Simple Ultrasound Test Help Diagnose Thyroid Problems in Kids?
Researchers looked at whether a special ultrasound measurement called the resistive index could help doctors diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis, a common thyroid …
Read MoreVitamin D May Help Kidneys Recover from Severe Infections
When someone has a serious blood infection (sepsis), their kidneys can fail, which is life-threatening. Researchers discovered that vitamin D might protect …
Read MoreNew Strong Vitamin D Treatment for People Who Don't Get Enough
Researchers are looking at a new, stronger form of vitamin D called calcifediol that helps people who have very low vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is important …
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