41. Hypopituitarism Medical Information hypopituitarism Information from Drugs.com. Definition. hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. http://www.drugs.com/enc/hypopituitarism.html

Home New Drugs Latest News Drug Interactions ... Forum Drugs.com - prescription drug and medicine information available on over 24,000 approved- medications and pharmaceuticals, including side effects and drug interactions. Log-in Register Advertisement Buy a Link Now Special Offers From our sponsors Categories Diabetes Gastro Center Weight Loss AIDS/HIV ... Sexual Health Advertisement Advanced Search Or click the first letter of a drug name: A B C D ... Z Hypopituitarism Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Pituitary and TSH Hypopituitarism Definition Hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. Alternative Names Pituitary insufficiency Causes The pituitary gland is a small structure that is located just below the brain. It is attached by a stalk to the hypothalamus , the area of the brain that controls its function. The hormones secreted by the pituitary and their functions are: growth hormone (GH), which stimulates growth of tissues and bone thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete hormones that affect body metabolism adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which stimulates the adrenal gland to secrete cortisol which helps to maintain blood pressure

42. Hypopituitarism - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia hypopituitarism is a medical term describing deficiency (hypo) of one or more hypopituitarism and panhypopituitarism can be congenital or acquired. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypopituitarism

You did it! Over US$240,000 was donated in the 21 day fund drive. Thank you for your generosity! You are still welcome to make a donation or purchase Wikimedia merchandise Hypopituitarism From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Hypopituitarism is a medical term describing deficiency ( hypo ) of one or more hormones of the pituitary gland . The pituitary produces a number of important regulating hormones , and its function is mainly regulated by the hypothalamus . In endocrinology , deficiency of multiple hormones of the anterior lobe is generally referred to as hypopituitarism , while deficiency of the posterior lobe generally only leads to diabetes insipidus . If both lobes malfunction, the term panhypopituitarism generalised hypopituitarism) is used. Contents Physiology Causes Diagnosis Replacement therapy ... edit Physiology The primary hormones of the anterior pituitary are proteins and include growth hormone (GH) - growth and glucose homeostasis luteinizing hormone (LH) - menstrual cycle and reproduction follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) - same adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) - stimulates glucocorticoid production in the adrenal gland thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) - stimulates thyroxine production in the thyroid prolactin (PRL) - stimulates milk production in the breast These hormones are secreted in individually characteristic pulsatile patterns, often with distinct

43. Hypopituitarism (underactive Pituitary Gland) hypopituitarism (underactive pituitary gland) is a condition that affects the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. http://endocrine-disorders.health-cares.net/hypopituitarism.php

44. Causes Of Hypopituitarism Causes of hypopituitarism involves decreased release of hypothalamic hormones, damage to the pituitary gland cells. http://endocrine-disorders.health-cares.net/hypopituitarism-causes.php

45. Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism and Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency hypopituitarism is a serious endocrine disorder and one with a spectrum of hormonal deficiencies. http://www.pituitaryclass.com/

is proud to present a webcast that reviews recent advances in replacement therapies for patients with hypopituitarism, with specific emphasis on factors of importance to the adult patient population... Hypopituitarism and Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency A CME certified webcast designed for endocrinologists who desire to improve their understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of hypopituitarism and adult growth hormone deficiencies. Overview Hypopituitarism is a serious endocrine disorder and one with a spectrum of hormonal deficiencies. Generally caused by pituitary tumors, it may also be acquired as a result of postoperative radiation therapy, hypothalamic tumors, and infiltrative, vascular, or other disorders affecting the pituitary or hypothalamus. The disorder is often associated with multiple hormone deficiencies and requires physiologic replacement therapy of several hormones such as glucocorticoids, thyroxine, estrogen, adrenal androgens, and growth hormone (GH), the latter being increasingly recognized as playing an important role in adult physiology. In addition, treatment of adult women may be complicated by menopausal status, and physicians should be cognizant of the interaction between estrogen and GH. An awareness of the hierarchy of hormone deficiencies, as well as of the multiplicity and interaction of replacement therapies in hypopituitarism, are important prerequisites to successful treatment.

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47. FIRSTConsult - Sdfdsf FIRSTConsult, hypopituitarism (Patient Education File). Published for medical students and primary healthcare providers by Elsevier. http://www.firstconsult.com/?action=view_article&id=1037413&type=103&bref=1

48. Hypopituitarism - Lucile Packard Children's Hospital hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition hypopituitarism, in children, is often caused by a benign (noncancerous) http://www.lpch.org/DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/diabetes/hypop.html

Diabetes Clinic Endocrinology Endocrinologists Hypopituitarism Panhypopituitarism In some cases, the production of all of the pituitary hormones decreases or stops, usually due to damage to the entire pituitary gland. This condition is called panhypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior (front) lobe of the pituitary gland - usually resulting in a partial or complete loss of functioning of that lobe. The resulting symptoms depend on which hormones are no longer being produced by the gland. Because the pituitary gland affects the other endocrine organs, effects of hypopituitarism may be gradual, or sudden and dramatic. What causes hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, in children, is often caused by a benign (non-cancerous) pituitary tumor, an injury, or an infection. However, often no exact cause can be determined. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism? Symptoms vary depending on what hormones are insufficiently produced by the pituitary gland. The following are common symptoms associated with reduced production of certain hormones: insufficient gonadotropins production (luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone) In premenopausal women, this leads to absent menstrual cycles, infertility, vaginal dryness, and loss of some female characteristics. In men, this deficiency leads to impotence, shriveling of testes, decreased sperm production, infertility, and loss of some male characteristics.

49. Clinical Trial: Androgen Replacement Therapy In Women With Hypopituitarism Official Title TheraDerm Administration in Women with hypopituitarism. Further Study Details. Expected Total Enrollment 50. Study start September 2001; http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/NCT00027430

Home Search Browse Resources ... About Androgen Replacement Therapy in Women with Hypopituitarism This study is currently recruiting patients. Verified by FDA Office of Orphan Products Development November 2001 Sponsored by: FDA Office of Orphan Products Development Information provided by: FDA Office of Orphan Products Development ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: Purpose This is a study to determine whether testosterone replacement with TheraDerm can improve bone density, mood, sex drive, thinking, and distribution of body fat and muscle mass in women with hypopituitarism. Condition Intervention Hypopituitarism Drug: TheraDerm MedlinePlus related topics: Pituitary Disorders Study Type: Interventional Study Design: Treatment, Randomized, Placebo Control, Parallel Assignment, Efficacy Study Official Title: TheraDerm Administration in Women with Hypopituitarism Further Study Details: Expected Total Enrollment: 50 Study start: September 2001; Expected completion: August 2004 Patients will be randomized into 2 groups to receive testosterone replacement therapy or placebo. Group 1 will receive 2 testosterone patches and estrogen pills for 12 months. Group 2 will receive 2 placebo patches and estrogen pills for 12 months. Changes in bone density, bone metabolism markers, body composition, libido, and quality of life will be compared in the women receiving testosterone replacement therapy with that of the women receiving placebo. Eligibility Ages Eligible for Study: 18 Years - 50 Years, Genders Eligible for Study: Female

50. Hypopituitarism Resources - Neuroendocrine Clinical Center & Pituitary Tumor Cen hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any under function of the pituitary gland. Androgen Deficiency in Women with hypopituitarism http://pituitary.mgh.harvard.edu/hypopituitarism.htm

THE CLINICAL CENTER ABOUT US ATTENDING STAFF OUTPATIENT SERVICES INPATIENT CONSULTATION ... SPEAKERS BUREAU CONDITIONS ACROMEGALY AMENORRHEA CUSHINGS SYNDROME GROWTH HORMONE DISORDERS ... SEARCH HYPOPITUITARISM RESOURCES What is Hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any under function of the pituitary gland. This is a clinical definition used by endocrinologists and is interpreted to mean that one or more functions of the pituitary are deficient. The term may refer to both anterior and posterior pituitary gland failure. Neuroendocrine Bulletin Archive Androgen Deficiency in Women with Hypopituitarism Profiles of the Endocrine Clinic A Decade of the Massachusetts General Hospital Neuroendocrine Clinical Center. Referrals Neuroendocrine Bulletin Archive Guestbook Neurosurgery Home ... Links Anne Klibanski, M.D.

51. MGH Neuroendocrine Center Bulletin Vol 6, Issue 2, Winter 2000 - Neuroendocrine and ovarian function were absent in the women with hypopituitarism. Furthermore, androgen levels in many women with hypopituitarism were undetectable by http://pituitary.mgh.harvard.edu/NCBV6I2.htm

THE CLINICAL CENTER ABOUT US ATTENDING STAFF OUTPATIENT SERVICES INPATIENT CONSULTATION ... SPEAKERS BUREAU CONDITIONS ACROMEGALY AMENORRHEA CUSHINGS SYNDROME GROWTH HORMONE DISORDERS ... Neuroendocrine Bulletin Archive Bulletin Volume 6, Issue 2, Winter 2000 Articles in this issue: Androgen Deficiency in Women with Hypopituitarism Testosterone Therapy in Men: An Update Journal Club - Colonoscopy in Acromegaly Androgen Deficiency in Women with Hypopituitarism by Karen K. Miller, M.D. Introduction The effects of low testosterone levels in men have been well understood for some time and include a decrease in libido, bone density and muscle mass (1,2). Circulating androgen levels in healthy young women are a fraction of those found in men, with testosterone levels approximately one tenth of male levels, and it is not known whether relative androgen deficiency has similar clinical implications for women as for men. Results Figure 1. Free testosterone levels in 18 women of reproductive age with hypopituitarism compared

52. Discovery Health :: Diseases & Conditions :: Hypopituitarism The pituitary gland is located inside the skull. When this gland becomes less active than normal for any reason, hypopituitarism is said to occur. http://health.discovery.com/encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=1570&page=1

53. UCLA NEUROSURGERY | Pituitary Disorders & Diseases PITUITARY TUMOR NEUROENDOCRINE DISEASES DISORDERS hypopituitarism hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any underfunction of the http://neurosurgery.ucla.edu/Diagnoses/Pituitary/PituitaryDis_2.html

Hypopituitarism PITUITARY TUMOR PROGRAM PITUITARY DIAGNOSES INDEX Hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any underfunction of the pituitary gland. This is a clinical definition used by endocrinologists and is interpreted to mean that one or more functions of the pituitary are deficient. The term may refer to both anterior and posterior pituitary gland failure. Causes of hypopituitarism Deficiency of ACTH and cortisol Deficiency of ACTH resulting in cortisol deficiency is the most dangerous and life threatening of the hormonal deficiency syndromes. With gradual onset of deficiency over days or weeks, symptoms are often vague and may include weight loss, fatigue, weakness, depression, apathy, nausea, vomiting, anorexia and hyperpigmentation. As the deficiency becomes more serious or has a more rapid onset, (Addisonian crisis) symptoms may include confusion, stupor, psychosis, abnormal electrolytes (low serum sodium, elevated serum potassium), and vascular collapse (low blood pressure and shock) which can be fatal. Treatment consists of cortisol administration or another similar steroid (like prednisone) in a tightly regulated manner. For patients with acute adrenal insufficiency (Addisonian crisis), rapid intravenous administration of high dose steroids is essential to reverse the crisis. Deficiency of TSH and thyroid hormone Deficiency of thyroid hormone causes a syndrome consisting of decreased energy, increased need to sleep, intolerance of cold (inability to stay warm), dry skin, constipation, muscle aching and decreased mental functions. This constellation of symptoms is very uncomfortable and is often the symptom complex that drives patients with pituitary disease to seek medical attention. Replacement therapy consists of thyroxin (Syntroid), which is monitored by blood levels of thyroid hormone.

54. Diabetes & Other Endocrine And Metabolic Disorders - Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism? hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior (front) lobe http://www.musckids.com/health_library/diabetes/hypop.htm

Home About Us Departments Send an e-Card ... Your Hospital Visit 171 Ashley Ave. Charleston, SC 29425 800-424-MUSC Print Version Panhypopituitarism In some cases, the production of all of the pituitary hormones decreases or stops, usually due to damage to the entire pituitary gland. This condition is called panhypopituitarism. Hypopituitarism What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior (front) lobe of the pituitary gland - usually resulting in a partial or complete loss of functioning of that lobe. The resulting symptoms depend on which hormones are no longer being produced by the gland. Because the pituitary gland affects the other endocrine organs, effects of hypopituitarism may be gradual, or sudden and dramatic. What causes hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism, in children, is often caused by a benign (non-cancerous) pituitary tumor, an injury, or an infection. However, often no exact cause can be determined. What are the symptoms of hypopituitarism?

55. Diagnose-Me: Condition: Hypopituitarism The Analyst (TM) Comprehensive Online Evaluations For Those Seeking Answers To Their Health Problems. Travel-Free Results, Now! http://www.diagnose-me.com/cond/C45228.html

Home FAQ Start The Analyst Hypopituitarism Signs, symptoms and indicators Conditions that suggest it It can lead to... It could instead be... ... Treatment recommendations Hypopituitarism is a general term that refers to any under-performance of the pituitary gland . This is a clinical definition used by endocrinologists and is interpreted to mean that one or more functions of the pituitary are deficient. The term may refer to both anterior and posterior pituitary gland failure. Below is a list of the hormones secreted by the pituitary and their functions: growth hormone (stimulates cell division and bone growth) thyroid stimulating hormone (stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete hormones that affect body metabolism adrenocorticotropic hormone (stimulates the adrenal gland to secrete hormones that affect metabolism) prolactin (stimulates female breast development and milk production) luteinizing hormone (controls sexual function in males and females) follicle stimulating hormone (controls sexual function in males and females) melanocyte stimulating hormone (controls pigmentation of the skin) antidiuretic hormone (controls water loss by the kidneys) oxytocin , (stimulates contraction of the uterus during labor and milk release from the breasts).

56. JRSM -- Sign In Page hypopituitarism is a diagnosis to be considered in unexplained neonatal MRI supported the diagnosis of congenital anterior hypopituitarism with an http://www.jrsm.org/cgi/content/full/98/7/316

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57. CureSearch | For Health Professionals | After Treatment | Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism is the decrease or lack of one or more of the pituitary hormones. If a hormone problem, such as hypopituitarism is suspected, http://www.curesearch.org/hcpros/aftertreatment/article.aspx?ArticleId=204&Stage

58. Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. http://www.lifespan.org/ADAM/English/HIE/000343.htm

Careers at Lifespan Volunteer your time Other ways to give Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Hypopituitarism Definition Hypopituitarism is a condition caused by low levels of pituitary hormones. Alternative Names Pituitary insufficiency Causes The pituitary gland is a small structure that is located just below the brain. It is attached by a stalk to the hypothalamus , the area of the brain that controls its function. The hormones secreted by the pituitary and their functions are: growth hormone (GH), which stimulates growth of tissues and bone thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete hormones that affect body metabolism adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which stimulates the adrenal gland to secrete cortisol which helps to maintain blood pressure prolactin , which stimulates female breast development and milk production luteinizing hormone (LH), which controls sexual function in males and females follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), which controls sexual function in males and females

59. Hypopituitarism hypopituitarism. What is hypopituitarism? hypopituitarism, also called an underactive pituitary gland, is a condition that affects the anterior lobe of the http://ymghealthinfo.org/content.asp?pageid=P00411

60. UpToDate Causes Of Hypopituitarism INTRODUCTION — hypopituitarism refers to decreased secretion of pituitary A study of 172 adults with hypopituitarism found the following distribution of http://patients.uptodate.com/topic.asp?file=pituitar/6776

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