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The Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland secretes hormones from both the (anterior) and the (posterior) of the gland.
Hormones are chemicals that carry messages from one cell to another through the bloodstream.
If the pituitary gland is not producing sufficient amounts of hormones this is known as hypopituitarism.
If hormones are being over-produced, then this can cause problems depending on which hormones are affected. for example, if excess Growth Hormone is secreted, the condition is known as Acromegaly.
What is the Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland secretes hormones which carry messages around the body via the bloodstream. It controls several hormone glands in the body, including the thyroid, adrenal glands, ovaries and testes, so is often described as the master gland.
Causes of Pituitary Conditions
There are a range of causes for pituitary conditions, the most common being a benign tumour. Other causes include traumatic brain injury.
Support Group
People Living with Pituitary Gland conditions face challenges and can feel isolated as these conditions are rare, for this reason, Pituitary Ireland Patient Support Group was Founded.