Hypopituitarism

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Hypopituitarism

If hypopituitarism is caused by a tumor, treatment by surgical removal and/or radiation therapy may be indicated. However, replacement of deficient hormones is often required even after successful treatment of a pituitary tumor.

Hormone therapy is needed to replace hormones no longer made by organs under the control of the pituitary gland. These include corticosteroids (cortisol), thyroid hormone, sex hormones (testosterone for men and estrogen for women), and growth hormone. Drugs are also available to treat associated infertility in men and women.

Hypopituitarism is usually permanent and requires life-long treatment; however, a normal life span can be expected.

Side effects of drug therapy can develop.

Call your health care provider if symptoms of hypopituitarism develop.

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