hypopituitarism

(noun)

A decrease in secretion of one or more of the eight hormones normally produced by the pituitary gland.

Related Terms

  • gigantism
  • hypothyroidism

Examples of hypopituitarism in the following topics:

  • Pituitary Gland Disorders

    • Hypopituitarism is the decreased (hypo) secretion of one or more of the eight hormones normally produced by the pituitary gland at the base of the brain.
    • The signs and symptoms of hypopituitarism vary, depending on which hormones are undersecreted and on the underlying cause of the abnormality.
    • The diagnosis of hypopituitarism is made by blood tests, but often specific scans and other investigations are needed to find the underlying cause, such as tumors of the pituitary, and to formulate plans for an ideal treatment regimen.
    • The diagnosis of hypopituitarism is made on blood tests.
    • Generally, the finding of a combination of a low pituitary hormone together with a low hormone from the effector gland is indicative of hypopituitarism.
  • Iron Overload and Tissue Damage

    • The most common presentation is hepatic cirrhosis in combination with hypopituitarism, cardiomyopathy, diabetes, arthritis, or hyperpigmentation.
  • Infertility

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