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Hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones.
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Symptoms
Fatigue; Weakness; Sensitivity to cold; Decreased appetite; Weight loss; Abdominal pain; Low blood pressure; Headache; ...
Causes
The pituitary gland is a small structure that is located just below the brain. It is attached by a stalk to the hypotha...
Tests
Diagnosis of hypopituitarism must confirm low hormone levels due to an abnormality of the pituitary gland. The diagnosi...
Treatments
If hypopituitarism is caused by a tumor, treatment by surgical removal, with or without radiation therapy, may be indic...
Prevention
In most cases, the disorder is not preventable. Awareness of risk may allow early diagnosis and treatment.
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