The name of the condition that results from very low levels of parathyroid hormone causing painful muscle spasms is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
tetany
Tetany is derived from the Greek meaning convulsive tension. Very low levels of parathyroid hormone, especially after a thyroidectomy, cause severe muscle twitches, cramps, and spasms, a condition known as tetany.
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