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Idiopathic hypercalciuria

Male urinary system
Male urinary system

Definition

  

Idiopathic hypercalciuria is the presence of excess calcium in the urine without obvious cause.


Alternative Names

  
Hypercalciuria - idiopathic

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

  


Symptoms

  


Signs and tests

  


Treatment

  


Support Groups

  


Expectations (prognosis)

  


Complications

  


Calling your health care provider

  


Prevention

  


 
Review Date: 8/14/2007
Reviewd By: Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with NY Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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