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Prevention: Most causes of hypercalcemia cannot be prevented. Women over the age of 50 should see their health care provider regularly and have their blood calcium screened periodically. Hypercalcemia from calcium and vitamin D supplements can be avoided by contacting your health care provider for advice if you are taking supplements without a prescription. References: Text Continues Below Taniegra ED. Hyperparathyroidism. Am Fam Physician. 2004; 69(2): 333-9. Carroll MF. A practical approach to hypercalcemia. Am Fam Physician. 2003; 67(9): 959-66. Ariyan CE. Assessment and management of patients with abnormal calcium. Crit Care Med. 2004; 32(4 Suppl): S146-54.

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