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Any disorder of pituitary function is known as hypopituitarism. This condition can result in the underproduction or overproduction of various hormones that the pituitary gland regulates, leading to a range of health issues. Symptoms may vary depending on which hormones are affected and can include growth problems, reproductive issues, and metabolic disturbances. The causes can be diverse, including tumors, trauma, or genetic factors.
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What is the medical term meaning any disorder of pituitary function?
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What is the growth hormones function in the pituitary gland?
It is made by the anterior pituitary gland and it doesn't have any function there. It acts on tissue away from the gland. Growth Hormone affects bones & muscles to produce growth.
What is disorder?
when any part of the body declined from its normal way of working due to any reason is known disorder.
Can a swollen pituitary gland cause schizophrenia like symptoms?
Yes, a swollen pituitary gland can potentially cause symptoms similar to schizophrenia due to its role in hormone regulation and the impact on the brain. When the pituitary gland is enlarged, it may lead to hormonal imbalances that affect mood, perception, and cognitive function, potentially resulting in psychotic symptoms. However, true schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder primarily linked to genetic, neurobiological, and environmental factors, so any symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Are they any genetic materials with no known function?
Junk DNA
What is the difference between a disorder and an impairment?
Disorder is any anatomic abnormality or pathology. It may or may not result in a change in function of a given organ or organ system.Impairment is any loss or abnormality of psychological or physiological function. It implies that some functional aspect of an organ, system, or mechanism is outside a normal range.Disability is any restriction or lack of ability to perform an activity by an individual (resulting from an impairment).
What is a supplement for the pituitary gland?
Pituitary gland is responsible for the secretion of hormones that regulate the function of other glands in the body. It also controls various physiological processes. Some good supplement for pituitary gland are Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and Iodine.
Are there any warning signs for pituitary tumors?
Yes, there are some warning signs for pituitary tumors. Most pituitary tumors produce too much of one or more hormones. Larger pituitary tumor includes headaches, Nasal drainage, and Nausea and vomiting.
What happens to a chromosome that causes bipolar disorder?
We do not know at this time. Nothing is known for certain about any of its possible causes.
Can an infection in the sphenoid sinuses effect pituitary gland function?
Yes it can Ihad a pituitary tumor removed and after wards the Dr left packing Material which caused a sinus disease I begain the have the head acks like I did when the tumor was there and dizziness blured vision mode changes. I would say yesbecause I do not have any more problems withthe Pituitary gland but the infection makes it ack like the pituitary gland is malfunction again i went back to my Dr because the systoms were so much alike it scaredme to death. Diana
Does the appendix have any known function in the digestive process?
No it does not. It is a vestigial organ thought to function in the digestive system in some of our ancestors.
What is the disorder characterized by serious temporary or ongoing changes in function such as paralysis or blindness which are triggered by psychological factors rather than by any physical cause?
Cataracts
