Our expert surgeons excel in diagnosing and treating parathyroid adenomas with minimally invasive methods. We aim for precise, targeted care to restore your calcium balance and health, ensuring minimal recovery time. If you have symptoms of hyperparathyroidism, our team is ready to assist.
At SoCal ENT in Palm Springs, we offer advanced care for parathyroid adenomas — benign tumors that disrupt the body’s calcium balance.
Our board-certified surgeons provide minimally invasive solutions tailored to restore your health and quality of life. If you’ve been diagnosed with a parathyroid adenoma or are experiencing symptoms of hyperparathyroidism, we’re here to guide you with clarity and compassion every step of the way.
A parathyroid adenoma is a non-cancerous tumor on one of the four parathyroid glands, which are located behind the thyroid in the neck. These glands help regulate calcium in your body.
When one becomes overactive due to an adenoma, it leads to primary hyperparathyroidism, a condition where the body produces too much parathyroid hormone (PTH), often resulting in:
Removing the adenoma is often the only effective treatment for long-term relief.
Surgical removal, known as parathyroidectomy, is the most common treatment. At SoCal ENT, we often use a minimally invasive approach guided by ultrasound or radiotracers to precisely locate the adenoma.
The procedure typically involves:
Our Palm Springs team uses cutting-edge techniques to minimize scarring and recovery time while preserving the healthy parathyroid glands.
This procedure is used to treat conditions caused by excess parathyroid hormone, including:
Parathyroid adenomas affect the parathyroid glands in the neck, which regulate calcium throughout the entire body, including your bones, kidneys, muscles, and nervous system.
Treating a parathyroid adenoma can deliver rapid and long-lasting relief.
Benefits may include:
Many patients report feeling “like themselves again” within days of surgery.
You may be a candidate if:
If you're unsure, our Palm Springs specialists can run comprehensive diagnostic labs and imaging to determine your eligibility.
Recovery is usually quick and well-tolerated. Most patients return home the same day and resume non-strenuous activities within a few days.
What to expect:
Patients typically feel symptom improvement within 48–72 hours.
Most patients experience immediate improvement in symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and bone pain. Lab tests often show normalized calcium levels within one to two days.
Surgical removal of a parathyroid adenoma is considered curative in over 95% of cases. Once the overactive gland is removed, calcium levels stabilize and do not usually require ongoing treatment.
Diagnosis is based on blood tests (elevated calcium and PTH levels), urine calcium levels, and imaging studies such as ultrasound or sestamibi scans.
Surgery offers the only lasting solution for adenomas. Medications can't cure them, and waiting may cause complications.
The procedure typically lasts 1 to 2 hours, depending on the case complexity.
Some patients need temporary calcium supplements. Long-term hormone replacement is usually not required unless all glands are removed.
Yes, parathyroidectomy is generally very safe when performed by experienced surgeons. Complications are rare but can include voice changes or low calcium post-op.
Patients typically see improvement within days, with benefits continuing to develop over the next few weeks.
No, your body only needs part of one gland to maintain normal calcium levels. The others compensate after surgery.
