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1.Pituitary tumor leading to destuction of the gland--- this results in panhypopituitarism i.e. decreased secretion of all pituitary hormones.
2. thrombosis of pituitary bld. vessels also causes destruction of the gland again resulting in panhypopituitarism.
3. acidophilic tumours dev. in the gland which result in production of large amts. of GH (gigantism,acromegaly)
4. postpartum pituitary necrosis---sheehans syndrome.
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Is the pituitary gland an endocrine gland?
Yes, the pituitary gland is an endocrine gland.
Which gland in the body is called the master gland?
The pituitary gland is often referred to as the "Master Gland."
Which gland is located at the base of the brain in a depression of the skull?
The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain in a depression of the skull called the sella turcica. It is often referred to as the "master gland" because it plays a crucial role in regulating other endocrine glands in the body.
Growth hormone is secreted by what gland?
Growth hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland, specifically the anterior pituitary. It plays a key role in regulating growth, metabolism, and body composition.
Is the pituitary gland located in the hypothalamus?
Yes, the pituitary gland is located below the hypothalamus in the brain.
Which diseases or disorders affect your pituitary gland?
tumor
What diseases or disorders effect the pituitary gland?
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What disease can damage the pituitary gland?
Several diseases can damage the pituitary gland, including pituitary tumors (adenomas), which can compress the gland and disrupt hormone production. Other conditions, such as traumatic brain injury, infections (like meningitis), and autoimmune disorders, can also harm the pituitary. Additionally, conditions like Sheehan's syndrome, resulting from severe blood loss during or after childbirth, can lead to pituitary gland damage. These conditions can result in a range of hormonal imbalances affecting various bodily functions.
What diseases are associated with the pituitary gland?
Three that come to mind are acromegaly, pituitary adenoma, and secondary hypothyroidism.
Which gland starts the process of puberty?
Puberty is started by a sudden increase in hormones, released by the Pituitary gland.
What gland produces Fsh and LH?
The pituatry gland.
Is the pituitary gland an endocrine gland?
Yes, the pituitary gland is an endocrine gland.
What is the functions of the parts of the pituitary gland?
three part of pituitary gland:- 1.anterior pituitary gland 2.posterior pituitary gland 3.intermediate pituitary gland It secrete the various endocrine hormones.
Discoverer of pituitary gland?
who discoverd pituitary gland
What commands the pituitary gland?
The Hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland.
What hormone is not released by the pituitary gland?
pituitary gland)Estrogen
What gland stimulates the pituitary function?
The hypothalamus is the gland that stimulates the pituitary gland to release hormones. It does this by secreting releasing and inhibitory hormones that control the pituitary's hormone production.
