What is panhyperpituitarism?

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Panhyperpituitarism is a medical condition characterized by the excessive secretion of hormones from the pituitary gland, leading to an overproduction of multiple pituitary hormones. This condition can result in various symptoms depending on which hormones are affected, potentially causing disorders such as acromegaly, Cushing's disease, and hyperprolactinemia. The underlying causes may include tumors, such as pituitary adenomas, or other pathological processes affecting the pituitary gland. Diagnosis typically involves hormone level testing and imaging studies to identify any abnormalities in the pituitary.