Hypopituitarism

Description

A rare disorder in which your pituitary gland fails to produce one or more of its hormones, or doesn't produce enough of them. The pituitary gland is a small gland at the base of your brain that is a "master gland," controlling many other glands in the body.

Common Symptoms

• Symptoms vary widely depending on which hormones are deficient. They can include fatigue, weight loss or gain, sensitivity to cold, decreased sex drive, and infertility.

Common Causes

• Can be caused by tumors of the pituitary gland, head injuries, brain surgery, radiation, or inflammation.

Treatment Information