Conditions We Treat
Pituitary Tumors & Disorders We Treat
The pituitary gland is often called the body's "control center" gland because it produces many hormones that affect the growth and functions of other glands. Most pituitary disorders involve noncancerous (benign) tumors.
The most common is a pituitary adenoma, a growth that may cause hormone imbalances affecting various organs. Our specialists at 开云全站app下载 diagnose and treat a range of pituitary conditions, including:
- Acromegaly: Excess growth hormone production.
- Prolactinoma: Overproduction of prolactin, leading to irregular menstrual cycles or lactation in non-pregnant individuals.
- Cushing’s Disease: Overproduction of cortisol due to an ACTH-secreting tumor.
- Thyrotropin-Secreting Tumors: Excess thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) production.
- Gonadotrophic Tumors: Tumors that affect estrogen or testosterone regulation.
- Non-Secretory Pituitary Tumors: Tumors that do not produce excess hormones, but may cause issues due to their size or location.
- Non-Pituitary Tumors of the Sellar Region: Including craniopharyngiomas and metastatic tumors affecting the pituitary area.
- Adrenal Insufficiency: A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol or other essential hormones, leading to fatigue, low blood pressure, and weight loss.
- Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency: A disorder where the pituitary gland does not produce enough growth hormone, resulting in reduced muscle mass, increased fat accumulation, and low energy levels.
- AVP- deficiency (formerly Diabetes Insipidus): A condition caused by insufficient antidiuretic hormone (ADH), leading to excessive thirst and frequent urination
- Hyperprolactinemia: An overproduction of prolactin by the pituitary gland, which can cause irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, and abnormal lactation.
- Hypogonadism: A condition in which the sex glands (testes or ovaries) produce little or no hormones, leading to reproductive and hormonal imbalances.
- Hypopituitarism: A deficiency of one or more pituitary hormones, affecting various bodily functions such as growth, metabolism, and stress response.
- Hypothyroidism: A disorder where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, causing fatigue, weight gain, and slowed metabolism.
- Sinonasal Disease: A broad term for conditions affecting the nasal passages and sinuses, which can cause congestion, inflammation, and breathing difficulties.
- Empty Sella Syndrome: A condition where cerebrospinal fluid compresses the pituitary gland.
- Neurosarcoidosis: An inflammatory condition affecting the nervous system, including the pituitary.
At 开云全站app下载, our expert team is committed to providing personalized, compassionate care for patients with pituitary and hypothalamic disorders. Whether you need a diagnosis, treatment plan, or second opinion, we are here to help you confidently navigate and manage your health.
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