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Yes, it can. Search online for information related to Cushing's Diease (pituitary-originated), and Cushing's Syndrome (adrenal-originated). Cushing's is an over-production of Cortisol, which can result in many, different, seemingly unrelated symptoms. If you believe you have Cushing's see your primary care physician or an endocrinologist for help.
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What is a benign tumor of the adrenal gland called?
One kind of adrenal tumor that is often benign is a pheochromocytoma.
Can a benign adrenal tumor affect hair color to change?
no
What is the medical term meaning benign tumor of a gland?
One kind of adrenal tumor that is often benign is a pheochromocytoma.
What is the medical term meaning benign tumor of the adrenal medulla that causes the gland to produce excess epinephrine and norepinephrine?
Pheochromocytoma is an adrenal tumor that results in excess epinephrine and norepinephrine
Is a pheochromocytoma a benign tumor of the adrenal medulla that cuases the gland to produce excess epinephrine?
Yes, that is correct.
Gigantism is almost always associated with adrenal cortex tumors?
The most common cause of too much growth hormone release is a noncancerous (benign) tumor of the pituitary gland.
What is the medical term meaning benign tumor of the adrenal medulla that causes the gland to produce excess epinephrine?
pheochromocytoma
When a tumor remains in one location it is referred to as?
benign tumor
Can a 2.3cm tumor in the adrenal gland cause pain?
Yes!
Does a benign brain tumor cause damage?
Yes, it is not life threatening but it can cause damage.
Can a benign tumor spread to a lymph node?
A benign tumor does not spread. If a tumor spreads, it is malignant.
Benign tumor of the adrenal medulla?
pheochromocytoma- a rare but serious tumor that secretes catecholamines (epinephrine or adrenaline) and norepinephrine. These cause rapid pulse, high blood pressure, sweating, anxiety, headaches, and are the same hormones released during a fight or flight response to a stress or threat.
