High Blood Calcium: Symptoms

What other symptoms might occur with high blood calcium?

You may experience other symptoms with high blood calcium, and they vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition.

Symptoms that may occur along with high blood calcium

High blood calcium may accompany symptoms related to numerous body systems including:

• Abdominal pain
• Bones that fracture easily
• Constipation
• Feeling very thirsty
• Frequent urination
• Lower back pain
• Malaise or lethargy
• Muscle twitching or weakness
• Musculoskeletal pain
• Nausea and vomiting

Psychological or neurologic symptoms that may occur along with high blood calcium

• High blood calcium may accompany symptoms related to the nervous system or psychiatric conditions including:
• Dementia
• Depression
• Irritability and mood changes
• Loss of memory

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, high blood calcium can be life threatening. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these life-threatening symptoms including:

• Bone fractures
• Chest palpitations
• Difficulty with memory, thinking, talking, comprehension, writing or reading
• Stupor or loss of consciousness