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Parathyroid disorders are characterized by abnormal functioning of the parathyroid glands. The most common disorder of the parathyroid glands is called primary hyperparathyroidism, which is overactivity of one or more of the parathyroid glands.

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is relatively common, with the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) reporting that approximately one in 25 adults experiences a swallowing problem each year in the United States.

Acromegaly occurs when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone during adulthood.

Liver transplant surgery may be an option for patients with certain advanced liver diseases or liver failure.