Hyperparathyroidism: A Patient's Perspective

In this episode, Lisa Marie discusses the importance of patient-to-patient support groups, but more importantly, choosing the right support group. Lisa Marie shares insight on how to choose the right support group and what might be helpful to consider when choosing to join a relevant support group. RESOURCES The information shared in this podcast has been provided by several sources. These include...

Lisa Marie discusses post-surgery tips, getting prepared ahead of your surgery, relevant contact numbers for your surgeon or medical specialists and approved medications for use post-surgery. This episode also explores post-surgery expectations, potential recovery times, and the importance of giving yourself time to heal. RESOURCES The information shared in this podcast has been provided by severa...

In this episode, Lisa Marie shares valuable insights and tips for navigating your way to a diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. The importance of being prepared ahead of any appointments you may need, is also advantageous. Asking informed questions and even getting a second opinion where possible. ABBREVIATIONS: HPT - Hyperparathyroidism. nHPT - Normocalcemic Hyperparathyroidism. PTH - Parathyroid Ho...

Lisa Marie shares a few health conditions that can be very similar, if not the same to those of hyperparathyroidism. Most importantly she discusses the need to be aware of the symptoms that can cross over and those that are different so that you can identify which symptom pool relates to which health concern or condition. RESOURCES The information shared in this podcast has been provided by severa...

In episode 5 Lisa Marie Shares her humiliating and traumatic visits to the dentist and specialist dental hospital, highlighting once again dismissive attitudes and making Lisa Marie feel entirely responsible for her dental issues. Importantly Lisa Marie highlights the need to be aware of the relationship between hyperparathyroidism and how early intervention may be the key to preserving long-term...

In this short episode, Lisa Marie shares the impact Hyperparathyroidism has had on her own hair, the inappropriate comment from an endocrinologist, and her tips for maintaining and protecting the hair during your parathyroid journey. RESOURCES The information shared in this podcast has been provided by several sources. These include outcomes from personal consultations with medical professionals,...

Lisa Marie discusses her own journey with hyperparathyroidism, which highlights the challenges of getting diagnosed or being dismissed and gaslighted. This episode also covers the additional challenges women in particular might face, simply by being women or being women of a certain age, not to mention some of the inappropriate statements made by healthcare professionals during many of the consult...

In episode 3 Lisa Marie discusses the very basic must have tests for diagnositic puposes, along with a variety of scans which may be organised by your healthcare professional. Lisa Marie also mentions a Sestambi scan, which she finds very problematic to pronouce correctly, so she shares her apologies if this is not correct. ABBREVIATIONS: HPT - Hyperparathyroidism. nHPT - Normocalcemic Hyperparath...

In episode 2 Lisa Marie explores the different presentations of hyperparathyroidism, such as classic presentation, normocalcemic presentation, and normohormonal presentation, the latter of which, can be tricky to diagnose and need expert medical intervention. ABBREVIATIONS: HPT - Hyperparathyroidism. nHPT - Normocalcemic Hyperparathyroidism PTH - Parathyroid Hormone Level. CLARIFICATIONS: Hyperpla...

Lisa marie shares a basic overview of what hyperparathyroidism is. ABBREVIATIONS: HPT - Hyperparathyroidism. nHPT - Normocalcemic Hyperparathyroidism PTH - Parathyroid Hormone Level. CLARIFICATIONS: Hyperplasia verses single adenoma. Hyperplasia affects all four glands and the glands become enlarged. A single adenoma usually a benign (non-cancerous) tumour of the gland. RESOURCES The information s...

Lisa Marie shares an introduction to the upcoming episodes, what the podcast is and is not about, as well as the importance of seeking medical advice from a qualified medical professional. This is not a podcast about thyroid problems, underactive, overactive, or thyroid cancers. RESOURCES The information shared in this podcast has been provided by several sources. These include outcomes from perso...