While it is good for the bones, an overdose of calcium or hypercalcemia can prove to be very dangerous.

While it is good for the bones, an overdose of calcium or hypercalcemia can prove to be very dangerous.

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Calcium toxicity can lead to life-threatening problems in some cases like kidney failure.

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Some of the most common symptoms of hypercalcemia or over dose of calcium is frequent urination.

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Abdominal pain and bone pain are also symptoms.

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It creates confusion in many cases if your calcium levels have gone high.

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Hypercalcemia can also lead to constipation, diarrhea and headache.

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Depression. forgetfulness or irritability are also symptoms.

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It also causes frequent cramping or twitches as well as muscle aches.

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It is advised to consult a doctor in case you witness one or more symptoms of calcium toxicity and start the treatment.

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It can also result in arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) or coma.

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