2024年6月29日 · If they don't cause symptoms, pituitary tumors usually don't need treatment. Pituitary tumor symptoms may be caused by a tumor putting pressure on the brain or on other parts of the body nearby. Symptoms also can be caused by a hormone imbalance.

What are the symptoms of a pituitary adenoma? The symptoms of pituitary adenomas can vary widely depending on several factors, including: If it’s large enough to damage your pituitary gland or nearby structures (mass effect). If it’s a functioning (hormone secreting) pituitary adenoma with symptoms based on the type of hormone it secretes.

Some tumors cause symptoms when they make too much of one or more pituitary hormones. These are called functional (or functioning) pituitary adenomas , and the symptoms they cause depend on which hormone(s) they make.

2024年10月30日 · Pituitary adenomas are benign tumors in the pituitary gland. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options available from endocrinologist Steven Waguespack, M.D.

2013年9月1日 · Patients with pituitary adenomas may present initially with symptoms of endocrine dysfunction such as infertility, decreased libido, and galactorrhea, or with neurologic symptoms such as headache...

Pituitary Adenoma Symptoms. The symptoms of pituitary adenoma may include: Headaches. Vision problems. Weight gain. Easy bleeding/bruising. Change in bone structure, especially in the face and hands. Menstrual irregularities. Lactation. Erectile dysfunction. Heat intolerance

Learn about Pituitary Tumor symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, including more information on adenomas, carcinomas, and surgical options at the BWH Brain Tumor Center.