Underactive Pituitary Gland Learning Center
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Hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. |
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Symptoms
Abdominal pain; Cessation of menstrual periods (in women; Decreased appetite; Decreased sexual interest (in men; Fail...
Causes
The pituitary gland is a small structure that is located just below the brain. It is attached by a stalk to the hypot...
Tests
To diagnose hypopituitarism, there must be low hormone levels due to a problem with the pituitary gland. The diagnosi...
Treatments
If hypopituitarism is caused by a tumor, you may need surgery to remove the tumor, with or without radiation therapy....
Complications
Side effects of drug therapy can develop. In severe illness, failing to take extra corticosteroids can be life-threat...
Prevention
In most cases, the disorder is not preventable. Awareness of risk may allow early diagnosis and treatment.
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