A pituitary adenoma is a benign condition of the pituitary tumor. It is categorized into microadenoma and macroadenoma. The pituitary adenomas are further categorized into two types based on their functions. If the pituitary gland still functions by secreting the hormones, then it is known as a functional adenoma. If the complete loss of function of the gland is noted, it is called a non-functional adenoma.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The MRI (attachment removed to protect patient identity) does not show a residual or recurrent tumor, as per what you have written as part of the MRI report.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Indeed you are having a pituitary microadenoma as the size is less than 10 mm. And recurrence rate is 10 to 50 percent after surgical removal.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The weight gain could be related to a hormonal imbalance. For this reason, I would recommend checking his pituitary gland hormones again: 1.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, there is pituitary mass known as a pituitary adenoma (attachment removed to protect patient identity), there are hormonal studies you can go for: S.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It can also be due to stress and anxiety if you take any medicine, oral contraceptive, or nutritional supplements.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think there is some issue with Prolactin (hormone) and your report mentions pituitary microadenoma (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).
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