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Cushing’s syndrome arises from prolonged exposure to excessive levels of circulating glucocorticoids. Among the endogenous causes, Cushing’s disease, also known as pituitary-dependent Cushing’s syndrome, stands as the most…
Cushing’s disease is a specific type of Cushing’s syndrome and is caused by a pituitary adenoma, which is a benign tumor in the pituitary gland. This tumor secretes…
Introduction Prolactinomas are the most commonly occurring hormone-secreting pituitary tumors, predominantly composed of monoclonal lactotroph cell adenomas. These tumors typically arise from sporadic mutations, but they also frequently…
Acromegaly and Gigantism. Rooted in the excess of growth hormone, these two conditions, while closely related, manifest in distinct ways and present unique challenges to those they affect.…
Pituitary apoplexy is a rare but serious endocrine emergency involving acute hemorrhage of the pituitary gland. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for patient outcomes. Clinical presentation of…
Sheehan Syndrome, first suggested by Sheehan in 1937, is a condition involving pituitary infarction following severe postpartum hemorrhage. During pregnancy, the pituitary gland enlarges, primarily due to lactotroph…
Short stature is a general term that applies to children whose height is two standard deviations (SD) or more below the mean for children of that sex, age,…
Important Discoveries of the neurohypophyseal system 1794 J. P. Frank distinguished diabetes insipidus from diabetes mellitus. 1895 Olliver and Schafer produced an extract from the pituitary which caused…
Prolactinomas are the most common type of pituitary tumor, accounting for approximately 40% of all cases. They are generally benign and occur more frequently in women than in…
Facial plethora is a condition characterized by facial erythema. It is often caused by an increase in blood flow to the area. Facial plethora can be a side…
