Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
Answers to common questions about pituitary hormone deficiency.
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What is hypopituitarism?
Hypopituitarism occurs when the pituitary does not produce enough of one or more hormones.
What symptoms can pituitary hormone deficiency cause?
Symptoms vary depending on the hormone affected and may include fatigue, weakness, menstrual problems, infertility, low libido, low blood pressure, unexplained weight changes or growth problems.
What is panhypopituitarism?
Panhypopituitarism means deficiency of several pituitary hormones.
Can a pituitary tumour cause hormone deficiency?
Yes. A large tumour can interfere with normal pituitary tissue and reduce hormone production.
Can pituitary surgery cause hormone deficiency?
It can. Some patients require temporary or long-term hormone replacement following pituitary surgery.