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Is microadenoma of pituitary gland curable?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 18 years old. I have problems with my hormones and menstrual cycle. So, my prolactin was high and doctors found a microadenoma on my pituitary gland, and on control, an MRI tumor did not exist. Then, they found mild hyperinsulinemia. Triglycerides are normal. Also, I have abdominal fat. X-ray and ultrasound of my adrenal gland and abdomen were normal. Other hormones are normal. Blood sugar is normal, glucose intolerance test is normal too.

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have microprolactinoma, high DHEA levels, and amenorrhea. Well, your amenorrhea could be due to the underlying hyperprolactinemia which takes some time to return to normal. Secondly, you have insulin resistance as suggested by hyperinsulinemia and that is possible because of the stress that your body is currently undergoing. Also possibly you might have PCOS which can be detected by a pelvic ultrasound. PCOS is also responsible for amenorrhea, high DHEA, and insulin resistance. Give yourself some time for your body to come back to normal. Do not stress over it as stress also can contribute to amenorrhea.

Hope this helps.

Thank you

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At December 8, 2023
Reviewed At March 27, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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