endocrine gland

Pituitary Gland: Hormonal Gland in the Turk’s Saddle

Small as a hazelnut, huge in effect: the pituitary gland (hypophysis) controls a wide variety of functions in the body through hormones – from body growth to milk production after childbirth to urinary excretion. Learn more about the control center of our hormonal system here. What does the pituitary gland look like and where exactly … Pituitary Gland: Hormonal Gland in the Turk’s Saddle

Pituitary Gland: Diseases

When tumors press on the pituitary gland, they interfere with hormone production. More common are benign tumors of the gland-forming tissue, HVL adenomas, which cause hormone imbalance. Malignant tumors of the pituitary gland are extremely rare. Inflammation of the meninges (meningitis) or brain (encephalitis), an accident or surgery, radiation, or circulatory problems can also affect … Pituitary Gland: Diseases