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Pituitary Cushing's (Cushing's Disease)
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Treatment
Treatment is by surgical removal of the pituitary tumor, if possible. After surgery, pituitary function may slowly return to normal.
A need for hydrocortisone replacement therapy may become apparent during the recovery process. Irradiation of the pituitary gland may also be used.
If the tumor fails to respond to surgery or radiation, medications to inhibit cortisol synthesis are given.
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
• Pictures & Images
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Acne
• Cushing's Syndrome
• Diabetes
• Nephrolithiasis
• Pituitary Tumor
• Psychosis
• Tumor
Tests & Exams
• ACTH
• Cortisol - Urine
• Cortisol Level
• Creatinine - Urine
• Dexamethasone Suppression Test
• Glucose Test
• Hyperplasia
• MRI of the Head
• Potassium Test
Other Topics
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• Carbohydrates
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• Confusion
• Erection Problems
• Excessive or Unwanted Hair in Women
• Facial Swelling
• Fat
• Headache
• High Blood Pressure
• Hump Behind the Shoulders
• Menstruation - Absent
• Obesity
• Protein in Diet
• Thirst - Excessive
• Urination - Excessive Volume
• Weakness
• Weight Gain - Unintentional
Review Date : 7/24/2002
Reviewed By : Todd T. Brown, M.D., Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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