A new study has created a detailed map of the pituitary gland, often called the body's "master gland" because it controls ...

In rare cases, pituitary tumors can run in families or occur due to genetic syndromes that pass down from one generation to the next. Experts still do not know the exact cause of pituitary tumors.

Autoimmune processes targeting the pituitary gland give rise to a spectrum of clinical syndromes that disrupt endocrine homeostasis. Central to this spectrum is hypophysitis, an inflammatory ...

A pituitary tumor is an irregular mass on your pituitary gland (the small gland inside your skull that regulates hormones). A tumor that grows can press on your pituitary gland and change your hormone ...

Pituitary adenomas typically grow slowly and can respond well to treatment. Standard treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, and medications. Pituitary adenomas are tumors that ...

Hormones can impact every system in the body. Growth hormones and even insulin imbalances may even play a role in penis size and function. When you think about hormones, the first thing that may come ...

Key Takeaways A pituitary tumor was causing infertility and hormonal problems for a Chicago womanThe tumor on her pituitary ...