Details of Pituitary Tumor

Pituitary tumours are rare abnormal growths that develop in the pituitary gland, often causing it to produce higher or lower levels of hormones that regulate critical functions of the body.

Headache
Vision loss
Seizures
Nausea/vomiting
Anxiety/depression
Dizziness
Weight gain
Menstrual cycle changes
Lower sex drive

Genetic factors
Infection
Exposure to certain chemicals

Physical examination
Blood tests
Imaging tests: X-ray, CT scan, MRI
Urine tests
Biopsy

Radiotherapy: Use of high-powered beams like X-rays and protons to kill cancer cells.
Chemotherapy: Use of chemicals and drugs either through injection or by mouth.
Surgery: Depending on the spread, surgery is conducted to remove either a part of or the
entire pituitary gland and surrounding lymph nodes.
Hormonal Medications

Infection
Spread of cancer
Body weight changes
Hair loss