Hypopituitary (cont.)

Medical Author:

James R Mulinda, MD, FACP, FACE

Medical Editor:

Arthur B Chausmer, MD, PhD, FACP, FACE, FACN, CNS

Medical Editor:

Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

Medical Editor:

George T Griffing, MD

Hypopituitary Causes

A loss of function of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus results in low or absent hormones. Tumors can cause damage to the pituitary gland or hypothalamus and can therefore result in a loss of function. Damage to the pituitary gland can also be caused by radiation, surgery, infections (eg, meningitis), or various other conditions. In some cases, the cause is unknown.

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