Pituitary Tumor
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Before defining it, it helps to know when to investigate: persistent headaches, changes in vision, or hormonal disturbances can prompt a workup. A pituitary tumor is a growth in the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain that regulates many of the body's hormones; most of these tumors are not cancerous.
Common symptoms: Headache, vision changes, and hormonal disturbances that can affect growth, weight, or energy.
Common causes: It usually involves a growth of the gland's own cells, whose exact cause is not always known.
Which specialist treats it? The endocrinologist addresses the hormonal aspect, with support from the internist, the pediatrician in children, and the general practitioner as the first point of contact. When symptoms suggest this type of condition, the prudent step is to consult a professional who can order the necessary tests.
Data on 193 doctors who treat pituitary tumor
Which specialist treats pituitary tumor?
Pituitary tumors are treated by an endocrinologist, a specialist in hormonal glands, with support from an internal medicine physician for comprehensive management; a diabetes specialist may be involved if there are blood sugar-related changes. See a specialist if you have headaches, changes in vision, or hormonal changes.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pituitary tumor
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Eliosa Fernández
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Fania García
Dr. Rebeca Pacheco López
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is pituitary tumor?
Before defining it, it helps to know when to investigate: persistent headaches, changes in vision, or hormonal disturbances can prompt a workup. A pituitary tumor is a growth in the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain that regulates many of the body's hormones; most of these tumo...
Which doctor treats pituitary tumor?
Pituitary tumors are treated by an endocrinologist, a specialist in hormonal glands, with support from an internal medicine physician for comprehensive management; a diabetes specialist may be involved if there are blood sugar-related changes. See a specialist if you have headaches, changes in vision, or hormonal changes.