Living with hypoparathyroidism
Impact of hypoparathyroidism on quality of life, physical functioning and psychological wellbeing
The burden of hypoparathyroidism (also known as hypopara) negatively impacts health-related quality of life, physical functioning, and psychological well-being, regardless of serum calcium levels. 2, 17, 18
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Impact on quality of life
In a survey of 42 people living with hypopara, the respondents reported the following impacts on their daily life, mental health, activity and social life & relationships. 17
Daily Life 17
79%
were not able to do as many things around the home
43%
said that hypopara interferes with their ability to work
67%
were unable to do as much as they used to/want to
Mental Health 17
81%
felt anxious or had anxiety
64%
felt frustrated
62%
felt depressed or sad
Activity 17
76%
were not able to exercise in the same way
52%
are less active than they used to be/want to be
50%
were not as mobile (including ability to walk)
Social Life & Relationships 17
79%
were less able to engage in social activities
57%
were limited in the types of social activities they could do
43%
said hypopara affected their relationships with family
Find out more about living with hypopara
The insights used to inform this video have been taken from the qualitative responses gathered from a patient survey conducted in partnership with Ascendis Pharma UK and Parathyroid UK in 2024. 19 Data was reported on an aggregate level and data was provided anonymously.
