Easy
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ID: #18410
Question
Which of the following may cause hypercalcalcaemia?
Options
1
Hypoparathyroidism
Correct Answer
2
Cushing's syndrome
Correct Answer
3
Multiple myeloma
Correct Answer
4
Frusemide therapy
Correct Answer
Explanation
Multiple Myeloma causes hypercalcemia due to increased osteoclastic bone resorption induced by cytokines produced by myeloma cells. It results in lytic bone lesions and release of calcium into the blood.