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Excess production of growth hormone characterized by acromegaly. Possible vision impairment due to its proximity to the optic chiasm.
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Excessive hormone secretion by the pituitary gland is caused by a pituitary?
adenoma (tumor)
Which diseases or disorders affect your pituitary gland?
tumor
What bones would most likely be involved in surgery to remove a tumor on the pituitary gland?
SphenoidThe sella turcica of the sphenoid bone surrounds the pituitary gland
What is the medical term meaning Proliferative tumor of the anterior pituitary gland cells that make tsh?
This type of Proliferative tumor would cause the anterior pituitary gland to produce too much TSH. Resulting in the Thyroid gland to become inlarged, also known as Hyperthyroidism.
You have prolactin levels of 700?
Then there is a chance that you have a tumor in your pituitary gland. You need further testing...
What is the treatment for vision loss due to pituitary tumor?
Some pituitary tumors stabilize without treatment, but a neurosurgeon will operate at once to remove the tumor (adenectomy) or pituitary gland (hypophysectomy ) of a patient whose vision is deteriorating rapidly.
What is a Craniopharyngioma?
A tumor near the pituitary gland in the craniopharyngeal canal that often results in intracranial pressure.
Are inoperable pituitary gland brain tumors macroadenomas considered cancer?
An adenoma is a benign tumor.
Which gland starts the process of puberty?
Puberty is started by a sudden increase in hormones, released by the Pituitary gland.
What are the symptoms of pituitary apoplexy?
There are many symptoms of pituitary apoplexy. These include severe headaches, sudden loss of vision or double vision. This is because of the severe restriction of blood to the pituitary gland.
What gland produces Fsh and LH?
The pituatry gland.
What is a description of Cushing's Disease?
Cushing's Disease is caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland in the brain. It increases the release of cortisol the stress controlling hormone. Symptoms include obesity, acne, and pain throughout the body.
