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			\| name = Hyperphosphatemia
			\| image = [[File:Phosphate_Group.svg\|150px]]
			\| caption = Structure of a phosphate group
			\| field = [[Nephrology]]
			\| synonyms = High phosphate levels
			\| symptoms = [[Muscle cramps]], [[joint pain]], [[itching]], [[rash]]
			\| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[bone disease]], [[calcification]] of tissues
			\| onset = Can be acute or chronic
			\| duration = Varies depending on cause
			\| causes = [[Kidney failure]], [[hypoparathyroidism]], excessive dietary intake, [[tumor lysis syndrome]]
			\| risks = [[Chronic kidney disease]], [[hypoparathyroidism]], excessive use of phosphate-containing laxatives
			\| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] showing elevated phosphate levels
			\| differential = [[Hypercalcemia]], [[hypocalcemia]], [[vitamin D deficiency]]
			\| prevention = Dietary management, phosphate binders
			\| treatment = [[Dialysis]], phosphate binders, dietary phosphate restriction
			\| medication = [[Sevelamer]], [[calcium acetate]], [[lanthanum carbonate]]
			\| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause and treatment
			\| frequency = Common in patients with [[chronic kidney disease]]
			}}
	'''Hyperphosphatemia''' is a medical condition characterized by elevated levels of phosphate in the blood. It is often associated with kidney disease, but can also occur as a result of other medical conditions or from taking certain medications.		'''Hyperphosphatemia''' is a medical condition characterized by elevated levels of phosphate in the blood. It is often associated with kidney disease, but can also occur as a result of other medical conditions or from taking certain medications.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Hyperphosphatemia can be caused by a number of factors, including:		Hyperphosphatemia can be caused by a number of factors, including:

	* [[Kidney disease]]: The kidneys are responsible for filtering out excess phosphate from the blood. If the kidneys are not functioning properly, phosphate levels can build up.		* [[Kidney disease]]: The kidneys are responsible for filtering out excess phosphate from the blood. If the kidneys are not functioning properly, phosphate levels can build up.
	* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]: This condition causes low levels of parathyroid hormone, which helps regulate phosphate levels.		* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]: This condition causes low levels of parathyroid hormone, which helps regulate phosphate levels.
	* [[Acidosis]]: This condition, characterized by high levels of acid in the blood, can cause phosphate levels to rise.		* [[Acidosis]]: This condition, characterized by high levels of acid in the blood, can cause phosphate levels to rise.
	* Certain medications: Some medications, such as laxatives or enemas that contain phosphate, can cause hyperphosphatemia.		* Certain medications: Some medications, such as laxatives or enemas that contain phosphate, can cause hyperphosphatemia.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	Symptoms of hyperphosphatemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. They may include:		Symptoms of hyperphosphatemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. They may include:

	* [[Fatigue]]		* [[Fatigue]]
	* [[Muscle weakness]]		* [[Muscle weakness]]
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	* [[Itchy skin]]		* [[Itchy skin]]
	* [[Rash]]		* [[Rash]]

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for hyperphosphatemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include:		Treatment for hyperphosphatemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include:

	* Treating kidney disease: This may involve dialysis or medication to help the kidneys function more effectively.		* Treating kidney disease: This may involve dialysis or medication to help the kidneys function more effectively.
	* Adjusting medication: If a medication is causing hyperphosphatemia, it may need to be adjusted or discontinued.		* Adjusting medication: If a medication is causing hyperphosphatemia, it may need to be adjusted or discontinued.
	* Dietary changes: A diet low in phosphate may be recommended.		* Dietary changes: A diet low in phosphate may be recommended.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Hypophosphatemia]]		* [[Hypophosphatemia]]
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	* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]		* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]
	* [[Acidosis]]		* [[Acidosis]]

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'''Hyperphosphatemia''' is a medical condition characterized by elevated levels of phosphate in the blood. It is often associated with kidney disease, but can also occur as a result of other medical conditions or from taking certain medications.

== Causes ==
Hyperphosphatemia can be caused by a number of factors, including:

* [[Kidney disease]]: The kidneys are responsible for filtering out excess phosphate from the blood. If the kidneys are not functioning properly, phosphate levels can build up.
* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]: This condition causes low levels of parathyroid hormone, which helps regulate phosphate levels.
* [[Acidosis]]: This condition, characterized by high levels of acid in the blood, can cause phosphate levels to rise.
* Certain medications: Some medications, such as laxatives or enemas that contain phosphate, can cause hyperphosphatemia.

== Symptoms ==
Symptoms of hyperphosphatemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. They may include:

* [[Fatigue]]
* [[Muscle weakness]]
* [[Bone pain]]
* [[Joint pain]]
* [[Itchy skin]]
* [[Rash]]

== Treatment ==
Treatment for hyperphosphatemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include:

* Treating kidney disease: This may involve dialysis or medication to help the kidneys function more effectively.
* Adjusting medication: If a medication is causing hyperphosphatemia, it may need to be adjusted or discontinued.
* Dietary changes: A diet low in phosphate may be recommended.

== See also ==
* [[Hypophosphatemia]]
* [[Kidney disease]]
* [[Hypoparathyroidism]]
* [[Acidosis]]

[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Kidney diseases]]
[[Category:Endocrine disorders]]

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