I have never heard of the parathyroids being transplanted to the arm. I had 2 removed during TT and the other 2 were stunned. They have not resumed working 2 1/2 years after surgery. I take 2000mg calcium and 1000iu VitD daily. Good luck!
Trish
I had my surgery on Nov. 13th & I am still having to take high doses of calcium. The doc said my glands are there-they must be in shock still. I have to take my calcium every 8 hours & I am really ready to stop setting my alarm clock at night to take them. I hope it gets under control for you soon. Take Care
I had one of my parathyroids transplanted into my neck and the other 3 were left intact. I had severe low calcium issues for a while, but now, (5 months post-op) everything seems to be normal calcium wise. I still take calcium & vit.D but only the typical amount that the average woman should take. . .nothing like the massive doses I was for the first few months.
How are you feeling?
I did not.
Sometimes parathyroids get damaged when taking out the thyroid.
Was the parathyroid something you knew about prior to your thyroid being taken out?