INFORMATION ON PITUITARY CANCER

Pituitary tumors are tumors found in the pituitary gland, a small organ about the size of a pea in the center of the brain just above the back of the nose. Most pituitary tumors are benign. benign pituitary tumor can have various severe hormonal affects on the body, and cause various secondary diseases such as Cushing's disease and acromegaly.In Cushing's disease, too many hormones called glucocorticoids are released into the bloodstream. This causes fat to build up in the face, back, and chest. Other pituitary tumors can cause a condition called acromegalyin which the hands, feet, and face are larger than normal.


CAUSES OF PITUITARY CANCER

As with most brain tumors, the cause of pituitary tumors is unknown. Some of the possible causes of Pituitary Cancer are:
Pituitary tumour (growth hormone secreting)
Prolactin secreting pituitary tumour
Cushing's disease
Pituitary tumour (growth hormone secreting)
Prolactin secreting pituitary tumour


SYMPTOMS OF PITUITARY CANCER

Some of the symptoms of Pituitary Cancer incude:
  - Headaches
  - Vision problems
  - Visual disturbances
  - Nausea
  - Vomiting


TREATMENT OF PITUITARY CANCER

Surgery to remove the pituitary gland is the most common treatment. Radiation is given to kill any tumors or cancer cells. Drugs may also be given to stop the production of hormones.