pituitary gland
noun
: a small oval endocrine organ that is attached to the infundibulum of the brain, consists of an epithelial anterior lobe joined by an intermediate part to a posterior lobe of nervous origin, and produces various internal secretions directly or indirectly impinging on most basic body functions
called also hypophysis, pituitary body
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One of the conditions Samson treats is acromegaly, a rare hormonal disorder that occurs when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone.
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 18 Oct. 2024
Thyroid or pituitary gland conditions: Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) can affect the HPO axis and result in menstrual irregularities.
—Laura Schober, Health, 5 Oct. 2024
For example, tumors on the pituitary gland can cause excessive growth.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Hormones are released by organs of the endocrine system (pituitary gland, thyroid gland, pancreas, adrenal glands) and travel through the blood.
—Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2024
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 18 Oct. 2024
Thyroid or pituitary gland conditions: Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) can affect the HPO axis and result in menstrual irregularities.
—Laura Schober, Health, 5 Oct. 2024
For example, tumors on the pituitary gland can cause excessive growth.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Hormones are released by organs of the endocrine system (pituitary gland, thyroid gland, pancreas, adrenal glands) and travel through the blood.
—Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2024
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