Hypopituitarism And Ritalin

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Definition

Hypopituitarism is a condition in which the pituitary gland does not produce normal amounts of some or all of its hormones.


Alternative Names

Pituitary insufficiency


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

The pituitary gland is a small structure that is located just below the brain. It is attached by a stalk to the hypothalamus, the area of the brain that controls its function.

The hormones released by the pituitary gland (and their functions) are:

  • Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) --...
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