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OverviewSee All
 Pituitary Gland in Overview
Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland....more
 Pituitary Tumor: Introduction in Overview
A pituitary tumor is a tumor that grows in the pituitary gland. Most of these tumors are not cancer. But they can greatly affect your health. ...more
 Hormones and Your Endocrine System in Overview
Detailed information on hormones and their role in the workings of the endocrine system...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Risk Factors in Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Here are some things you should know about risk factors for pituitary tumors. ...more
 Pituitary Tumors in Overview
Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Symptoms in Overview
Not all pituitary tumors cause symptoms. But those that do can cause different kinds of symptoms. ...more
 Pituitary Gland in Overview
Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland....more
 Pituitary Tumor: Introduction in Overview
A pituitary tumor is a tumor that grows in the pituitary gland. Most of these tumors are not cancer. But they can greatly affect your health. ...more
 Hormones and Your Endocrine System in Overview
Detailed information on hormones and their role in the workings of the endocrine system...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Risk Factors in Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Here are some things you should know about risk factors for pituitary tumors. ...more
 Pituitary Tumors in Overview
Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Symptoms in Overview
Not all pituitary tumors cause symptoms. But those that do can cause different kinds of symptoms. ...more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
 Pituitary Tumor: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a pituitary tumor, certain exams and tests will be needed to know for sure. Here's what to expect. ...more
 Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Brain in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. ...more
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine and Brain in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed images of organs and structures within the body, in this case, the brain and spine. MRI is used to help diagnose a health problem. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a pituitary tumor, certain exams and tests will be needed to know for sure. Here's what to expect. ...more
 Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Brain in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. ...more
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine and Brain in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed images of organs and structures within the body, in this case, the brain and spine. MRI is used to help diagnose a health problem. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
 Pituitary Tumor: Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Medicine can play an important role in treating some types of small pituitary tumors. Read on to learn more about these tumors, and the medicines that are often used. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor- Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
A look at the different ways that radiation therapy is used to treat pituitary tumors, along with the types of radiation and side effects. ...more
 Radiosurgery in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the 3 types of radiosurgery. This treatment uses focused beams of radiation to treat cancer tissues without making a surgical cut (incision). It's called surgery because it creates a result similar to an actual surgical procedure. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery is often the main treatment for pituitary tumors. Learn about the types of surgery used, and possible side effects. ...more
 Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Medicine can play an important role in treating some types of small pituitary tumors. Read on to learn more about these tumors, and the medicines that are often used. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor- Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
A look at the different ways that radiation therapy is used to treat pituitary tumors, along with the types of radiation and side effects. ...more
 Radiosurgery in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the 3 types of radiosurgery. This treatment uses focused beams of radiation to treat cancer tissues without making a surgical cut (incision). It's called surgery because it creates a result similar to an actual surgical procedure. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery is often the main treatment for pituitary tumors. Learn about the types of surgery used, and possible side effects. ...more
 Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Treatment Choices in Managing Side Effects
In most cases, pituitary tumors are treated using surgery, radiation therapy, or medicines. Learn more about these choices. ...more
Chemotherapy Side EffectsOther Treatment Side Effects
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
 Pituitary Tumor: Treatment Choices in Managing Side Effects
In most cases, pituitary tumors are treated using surgery, radiation therapy, or medicines. Learn more about these choices. ...more
Cancer FAQsSee All
 Pituitary Tumors in Cancer FAQs
Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know. ...more
 Pituitary Tumors in Cancer FAQs
Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know. ...more