What is Hypocalcaemia?
Hypocalcaemia is a condition in the body which occurs due to the deficiency of calcium. Calcium is a very important mineral in our body and is vital for the healthy bones and teeth. It is also essential for muscle contraction, regulation of the heart beat and in the formation of the blood clots. If the shortage of calcium is prolonged, it might lead to osteoporosis. Calcium levels are controlled in our bodies by four pea-sized structures called parathyroid glands. These glands are located within the tissue of the thyroid gland and detect the fluctuation in the calcium levels in the blood. In case of calcium level drop, these secrete parathyroid hormone to combat the situation. In case the calcium levels rise too much, the secretion of this hormone stops and the calcium levels come to normal again. Hypocalcaemia is caused when the body experiences chronic kidney failure, pancreatitis or problems with the parathyroid glands. When the calcium levels drop below 3.5 mmol/L or 9 mg/dl or in
