Tetany is caused by

Question

Tetany is caused by (A) Hyperparathyroidism (B) Hyperthyroidism (C) Hypoparathyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism

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Tetany is a spasm and twitching of the muscles, particularly those of the face, hands, and feet. Tetany is usually caused by a reduction in the blood calcium level, which may be due to underactive parathyroid glands (hypoparathyroidism).

Q. Tetany is caused by

Hyperparathyroidism

Hyperthyroidism

Hypoparathyroidism

Hypothyroidism

Tetany is a spasm and twitching of the muscles, particularly those of the face, hands, and feet. Tetany is usually caused by a reduction in the blood calcium level, which may be due to underactive parathyroid glands (hypoparathyroidism).