41. Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism. Patients diagnosed with hypopituitarism may be deficient inone single hormone, several hormones, or have complete pituitary failure. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/hypopituitarism.html

Encyclopedia Index H Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index H Hypopituitarism Definition Hypopituitarism is loss of function in an endocrine gland due to failure of the pituitary gland to secrete hormones which stimulate that gland's function. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain. Patients diagnosed with hypopituitarism may be deficient in one single hormone, several hormones, or have complete pituitary failure. Description The pituitary is a pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, and surrounded by bone. The hypothalamus, another endocrine organ in the brain, controls the function of the pituitary gland by providing "hormonal orders." In turn, the pituitary gland regulates the many hormones that control various functions and organs within the body. The posterior pituitary acts as a sort of storage area for the hypothalamus and passes on hormones that control function of the muscles and kidneys. The anterior pituitary produces its own hormones which help to regulate several endocrine functions. In hypopituitarism, something interferes with the production and release of these hormones, thus affecting the function of the target gland. Commonly affected hormones may include:

42. Health Library Find Information On Hypopituitarism At Find information on hypopituitarism at MerckSource. hypopituitarism. Definitionhypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. http://www.mercksource.com/pp/us/cns/cns_hl_adam.jspzQzpgzEzzSzppdocszSzuszSzcns

43. Dorlands Medical Dictionary it occurs in such conditions as insulinoma, glycogen storage disease, severe hepaticfailure, starvation, malabsorption, hypopituitarism, and adrenocortical http://www.mercksource.com/pp/us/cns/cns_hl_dorlands.jspzQzpgzEzzSzppdocszSzuszS

44. Diabetes & Other Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders - Hypopituitarism Site Search. Find A Doctor. For a doctor who specializes in this topic,click here. hypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism? Panhypopituitarism. http://www.chkd.org/Diabetes/hypop.asp

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45. Genesis Health System - Detailed Disease Info - Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism. Definition. hypopituitarism is loss of diabetes insipidus.Multiple and general hypopituitarism tests. Physicians should http://www.genesishealth.com/micromedex/detaileddisease/00052350.aspx

Facility Information DeWitt Comm Hosp Genesis Medical Ctr Illini Hospital Genesis Health Grp VNA Hypopituitarism Definition Hypopituitarism is loss of function in an endocrine gland due to failure of the pituitary gland to secrete hormones which stimulate that gland's function. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain. Patients diagnosed with hypopituitarism may be deficient in one single hormone, several hormones, or have complete pituitary failure. Description The pituitary is a pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, and surrounded by bone. The hypothalamus, another endocrine organ in the brain, controls the function of the pituitary gland by providing "hormonal orders." In turn, the pituitary gland regulates the many hormones that control various functions and organs within the body. The posterior pituitary acts as a sort of storage area for the hypothalamus and passes on hormones that control function of the muscles and kidneys. The anterior pituitary produces its own hormones which help to regulate several endocrine functions. In hypopituitarism, something interferes with the production and release of these hormones, thus affecting the function of the target gland. Commonly affected hormones may include:

46. Hypopituitarism In Childhood Early diagnosis and treatment are necessary to ensure the best possibleoutcomes in children with hypopituitarism. Focus On http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/438527

47. Hypopituitarism In Childhood Early diagnosis and treatment are necessary to ensure the best possible outcomesin children with hypopituitarism. Focus On Treatment of hypopituitarism. http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/438527_10

48. HYPOPITUITARY Too little ADH causes continual thirst and copious output of urine day and night.What causes hypopituitarism?. What is the treatment for hypopituitarism? http://www.dundee.ac.uk/medicine/tayendoweb/hypopituitary.htm

University of Dundee HYPOPITUITARY AND PITUITARY REPLACEMENT HORMONES What is pituitary? What hormones does the pituitary control? What causes hypopituitarism?. How would you feel if you were hypopituitary? ... For further information why not contact; What is pituitary? It is a small pea size gland situated in a hollow bony pouch, at the base of the brain, at the back of the bridge of the nose. It is the master gland of the endocrine system and controls the functions of most of the other endocrine glands. What hormones does the pituitary control? Thyroid Hormone (TSH) The pituitary produces TSH which circulates to the thyroid stimulating this gland in your neck to make and release thyroid hormones called Thyroxine and Tri-iodothyronine Adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH). This hormone stimulate the adrenal glands (small endocrine glands situated on the top of your kidneys) to produce cortisol. This is a steroid hormone which is essential for the everyday activities and health. Lack of cortisol causes severe fatigue and lack of appetite with weight loss. Growth Hormone (GH) This has effects on the various tissue of the body. In children, it is essential to reach the normal growth. In adult, it appears to maintain normal energy levels and to keep body tissue such a muscle and bones strong and healthy.

49. Diabetes & Other Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders - Hypopituitarism This condition is called panhypopituitarism. hypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism?hypopituitarism dramatic. What causes hypopituitarism? http://www.musckids.com/health_library/diabetes/hypop.htm

Home About Us Departments MUSC eNurse ... Your Hospital Visit 171 Ashley Ave. Charleston, SC 29425 800-424-MUSC Print Version Panhypopituitarism In some cases, the production of all of the pituitary hormones decreases or stops, usually due to damage to the entire pituitary gland. This condition is called panhypopituitarism. Hypopituitarism What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior (front) lobe of the pituitary gland - usually resulting in a partial or complete loss of functioning of that lobe. The resulting symptoms depend on which hormones are no longer being produced by the gland. Because the pituitary gland affects the other endocrine organs, effects of hypopituitarism may be gradual, or sudden and dramatic. What causes hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, in children, is often caused by a benign (non-cancerous) pituitary tumor, an injury, or an infection. However, often no exact cause can be determined. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism?

50. THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 19, Ch. 269, Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders Hyperthyroidism. Short Stature Due To hypopituitarism. Short Stature Due To MiscellaneousCauses. Short Stature Due To hypopituitarism (Pituitary Dwarfism). http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/section19/chapter269/269d.htm

This Publication Is Searchable The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy Section 19. Pediatrics Chapter 269. Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders Topics Congenital Goiters Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Short Stature Due To Hypopituitarism ... Anomalies In Amino Acid Metabolism Short Stature Due To Hypopituitarism (Pituitary Dwarfism) Abnormally slow growth and short stature with normal proportions due to hypofunction of the anterior pituitary gland. Most children with height below the 3rd percentile and retarded bone age have normal circulating levels of growth hormone (GH) and of insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) and do not appear to have GH deficiency. For example, children and adolescents with a strong family history of short stature may have hereditary or familial short stature. Those with a strong family history of delayed puberty may have constitutional delay of puberty; they typically deviate from the normal growth curve in early childhood, grow thereafter at a normal rate, and have a delayed pubertal growth spurt. Some particularly short children may belong to both groups. Children in both groups have normal GH responses to pharmacologic stimuli and normal IGF-I levels for bone age. They are sometimes described as having normal variant short stature or non-GH short stature. Causes of short stature are listed in Tables 269-1 and Often, a specific cause cannot be identified.

51. OHSU Health.com - Endocrinology hypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism? hypopituitarism, also calledan underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects http://www.ohsuhealth.com/endocrine/hypopit.asp?sub=1

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hypopituitarism Images (Click to view larger image) Alternative Names pituitary gland deficiency Definition The pituitary gland is located inside the skull. When this gland becomes less active than normal for any reason, hypopituitarism is said to occur. What is going on in the body? The pituitary gland is sometimes called the master gland of the body. It secretes many important hormones that have different effects on other glands in the body. When the pituitary gland is not working correctly, many things can go wrong in the body. The danger of hypopituitarism is that levels of other key hormones may become too low. When thyroid hormone and adrenal hormone are extremely low, death may occur. The underlying cause of this condition, such as a tumor, may also have risks. What are the signs and symptoms of the condition? A decrease in pituitary gland activity can result in low levels of: sex hormones. This can reduce the sex drive, affect the ability to have children or breastfeed, and cause menstrual cycle problems in women. thyroid hormone, known as hypothyroidism. This can cause

53. Diagnose-Me: Conditions: Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism, Signs, symptoms indicators of hypopituitarism Lab Values Hormones, Normal TSH or low TSH. Conditions that suggest hypopituitarism http://www.diagnose-me.com/cond/C45228.html

Home FAQ Start The Analyst Last updated: Feb 02, 2003 Hypopituitarism Signs, symptoms and indicators Conditions that suggest it Contributing risk factors It can lead to... ... Recommendations Hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any under-performance of the pituitary gland. This is a clinical definition used by endocrinologists and is interpreted to mean that one or more functions of the pituitary are deficient. The term may refer to both anterior and posterior pituitary gland failure. Deficient pituitary gland function can result from damage to either the pituitary or the area just above the pituitary, namely the hypothalamus . The hypothalamus contains releasing and inhibitory hormones that control the pituitary. Since these hormones are necessary for normal pituitary function, damage to the hypothalamus can also result in deficient pituitary gland function. Injury to the pituitary can occur from a variety of insults, including damage from an enlarging pituitary tumor, irradiation of the pituitary gland, limited blood supply (as experienced in a stroke ), trauma or abnormal

54. Hypopituitarism? Subject hypopituitarism? Topic Area Misc. I think that it's hypopituitarismbut I'm not sure. Could it also be addison's disease? http://www.medhelp.org/forums/mentalhealth/messages/30349a.html

Advertisements Welcome to Med Help International A not-for-profit organization Questions in The Mental Health Forum are currently being answered by Roger L. Gould, M.D., affiliated with U.C.L.A., and author of the Mastering Stress and Depression program. Subject: hypopituitarism? Topic Area: Misc. Forum: The Mental Health Forum Question Posted By: Julie on Monday, November 15, 1999 I really hope that you can help me. I'm a student and I'm doing a case study about a patient but I'm not completely sure about the diagnosis. Symptoms: -18 yr old male -slow onset of puberty -short stature -slightly obese -frequent headaches -basal plasma gonadotropins low for low plasma testosterone -X-ray showed enlarged pituitary fossa -prolactin levels high -follicle stimulating hormones low -synacthen test showed very slight increase in cortisol -triple function test showed increase in glucose, decrease in thyroid releasing hormone. I think that it's hypopituitarism but I'm not sure. Could it also be addison's disease? Thank you ever so much for your help!

55. Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism. tumours pituitary adenomas (commonest). craniopharyngioma. ependymoma.other tumours and metastases. granulomas tuberculosis. sarcoidosis. syphilis. http://www.geocities.com/davidscerri/hypopituitarism.htm

HYPOPITUITARISM tumours: pituitary adenomas (commonest) craniopharyngioma ependymoma other tumours and metastases granulomas: tuberculosis sarcoidosis syphilis other: iatrogenic (surgery / irradiation) Sheehan's syndrome [post-partum pituitary necrosis; rare] head injury 'autoimmune hypophysitis' (idiopathic) click here to return to the main contents page of Differential Diagnoses in General Medicine

56. Endocrinology - Hypopituitarism Endocrinology hypopituitarism What is hypopituitarism? hypopituitarism,also and dramatic. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism? http://www.mountcarmelhealth.com/Health_Info/endocrine/hypopit.htm

Endocrinology Hypopituitarism What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland usually resulting in a partial or complete loss of functioning of that lobe. The resulting symptoms depend on which hormones are no longer being produced by the gland. Because the pituitary gland affects the other endocrine organs, effects of hypopituitarism may be gradual or sudden and dramatic. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism? Symptoms vary depending on what hormones are insufficiently produced by the pituitary gland. The following are common symptoms associated with reduced production of certain hormones: insufficient gonadotropins production (luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone) In premenopausal women, this leads to absent menstrual cycles, infertility, vaginal dryness, and loss of some female characteristics. In men, this deficiency leads to impotence, shriveling of testes, decreased sperm production, infertility, and loss of some male characteristics. insufficient growth hormone production This usually produces no symptoms in adults. In children, this deficiency can lead to stunted growth and dwarfism.

57. Health Content Encyclopedia Article Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism Alternate Names. Pituitary insufficiency Definition. hypopituitarismis a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. Causes and Risk. http://www.baptisteast.com/adamcontent/ency/article/000343.asp

58. Diabetes & Other Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders - Hypopituitarism What causes hypopituitarism? hypopituitarism, in children, is often causedby a benign (noncancerous) pituitary tumor, an injury, or an infection. http://www.uuhsc.utah.edu/healthinfo/pediatric/diabetes/hypop.htm

Panhypopituitarism In some cases, the production of all of the pituitary hormones decreases or stops, usually due to damage to the entire pituitary gland. This condition is called panhypopituitarism. Hypopituitarism What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior (front) lobe of the pituitary gland - usually resulting in a partial or complete loss of functioning of that lobe. The resulting symptoms depend on which hormones are no longer being produced by the gland. Because the pituitary gland affects the other endocrine organs, effects of hypopituitarism may be gradual, or sudden and dramatic. What causes hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, in children, is often caused by a benign (non-cancerous) pituitary tumor, an injury, or an infection. However, often no exact cause can be determined. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism?

59. ENLmedical.com: Conditions And Concerns: Medical Encyclopedia: Hypopituitarism Table of content. hypopituitarism. Causes and In hypopituitarism, singleor multiple hormone deficiencies are present. The deficiencies http://www.enlmedical.com/article/000343.htm

Medical Dictionary Naturapathic Glossary Aphrodisiacs Immune System ... Table of content Hypopituitarism Causes and Risks: The pituitary gland is a pea-sized structure that is located at the base of the brain, and is attached by a stalk to the hypothalamus , an area of the brain that controls the function of the pituitary gland. The hormones secreted by the pituitary and their functions are: growth hormone , which stimulates cell division and bone growth thyroid stimulating hormone , which stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete hormones that affect body metabolism adrenocorticotropic hormone, which stimulates the adrenal gland to secrete hormones that affect metabolism prolactin , which stimulates female breast development and milk production luteinizing hormone , which controls sexual function in males and females follicle stimulating hormone , which controls sexual function in males and females melanocyte stimulating hormone, which controls pigmentation of the skin antidiuretic hormone , which controls water loss by the kidneys oxytocin, which stimulates contraction of the uterus during labor and milk release from the breasts.

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