AskDocDoc
/
/
/
how i knew i had a pituitary tumor
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 44M : 11S
background image
Click Here
background image
Endocrine & Hormonal Imbalances
Question #26167
46 days ago
78

how i knew i had a pituitary tumor - #26167

Atharv

I am really confused about a bunch of symptoms I’ve been having and what led me to discover all this. For months, I was feeling super tired and gained weight despite trying to eat right and exercise. Then I started noticing my vision getting blurry, like sometimes I'd see like a shadow in my peripheral vision. I thought maybe it was just old age, but I’m only in my thirties! One day, outta nowhere, my left breast began leaking! That freaked me out, so I finally went to the doc. After some tests, the doctor mentioned the possibility of a pituitary tumor, which I had never even heard about before—really caught me off guard! How I knew I had a pituitary tumor? That’s what I want to understand more. They did an MRI and yep, confirmed it. Now I’m facing a bunch of scary decisions about treatment. But I can't shake the feeling like I shouldn’t have waited so long to figure this out. Has anyone else felt like this before? How I knew I had a pituitary tumor is something I wish could have been clearer, but maybe others have signs I should have watched out for. What were your experiences?

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

From what you’ve described, it’s understandable why this diagnosis caught you off guard. A pituitary tumor can manifest in a variety of symptoms, often related to hormonal imbalances due to the pituitary gland’s central role in regulating other endocrine glands. Common signs of a pituitary tumor might include fatigue, unexplained weight changes, and vision problems, especially peripheral vision loss, due to the tumor pressing on the optic chiasm. Milk discharge from the breast, known as galactorrhea, can occur when a pituitary tumor affects prolactin production. This might have been what led your doctor to suspect a prolactinoma, a type of pituitary adenoma. It’s important to realize these symptoms can be gradual and easily attributed to other less serious conditions or lifestyle factors, which is why initial self-diagnosis can be quite challenging.

It’s good that you eventually sought medical attention; early intervention allows more treatment options. The MRI confirming the diagnosis is a standard step to visualize the tumor’s presence and size. Treatment decisions can vary based on the type and size of the tumor, its growth rate, and whether it’s affecting hormone levels or vision. These typically range from medications to manage hormone levels, surgery to remove the tumor, or sometimes radiation therapy. It’s crucial to work closely with an endocrinologist and a neurosurgeon to consider the risk-benefit profile for your specific case.

You are not alone in feeling unsure or wishing you had recognized the signs earlier; many patients feel this way. Moving forward, focus on the here-and-now. Follow your healthcare team’s recommendations closely and attend all follow-up appointments to monitor your progress. If at any point you feel overwhelmed by treatment decisions, it might be useful to bring a family member or friend to consultations to help you process information. Remember, lifestyle adjustments such as maintaining a balanced diet, staying active, and managing stress can also support your overall health through this journey.

19050 answered questions
91% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


how do you know if you have a fast metabolism
how to test for hormonal imbalance
what is diabetes and its types
can a woman produce milk without being pregnant
PCOS AND WEIGHT LOSS ISSUES RIGHT NOW
how to use chia seeds for hormonal imbalance
what is shatavari powder
reason for slow metabolism
is thyroid permanent
can thyroid be cured permanently
which juice is good for sugar patients
Having Period for 2 days per month
diaplus endocrinology clinic
hormone india
does amla increase testosterone
what is wild yam
Hormones imbalance want to know
how to know if you have pcos or pcod
what is thyroid test
female causes of weight loss
how to reverse thyroid
does gokshura increase testosterone
how to slow down metabolism
what causes hypothyroidism
shilajit or ashwagandha which is better for testosterone
does alpha lipoic acid lower blood sugar
why neck gets dark
what does thyroid hair loss look like
what hormones does the pituitary gland produce
does shatavari increase estrogen
does menopause cause joint pain
Serious body condition of the person
How to reduce metabolism
deficiency of calcium symptoms
does metabolism slow with age
"How to get rid of recurrent hypoglycemia'
ragi side effects for thyroid
how many days before period does frequent urination start
soliqua injection uses
how to treat hypothyroidism naturally
how long does hormonal imbalance bleeding last
why cant i lose weight
does diabetes make you tired
is hyperthyroidism dangerous
how to increase testosterone level for beard growth
Height increase related query puchhnihai
how to take out milk from breast of a girl without pregnancy
is adrenal gland surgery dangerous
how to reduce internal body heat
Pcod and pain in back and stomach and period delay 10 days
which fruit is not good for thyroid
what is the best treatment for diabetic neuropathy in feet
How to reduce male boobs my overbust is 40 inches and underbust is 37 inches
how to treat hyperthyroidism
difference between pcod and pcos symptoms
pcos medicine side effects
where is the thyroid located
Adjusting Thyroid Medication Dose
Why Do I Sleep 10–12 Hours and Still Feel Tired?
ashokarishta how to use
how to lower metabolism
can ashwagandha increase testosterone
how to clear up hormonal acne fast
how to release heat from body
does moringa powder increase testosterone
how to reduce body heat in female
reason for cholesterol
how to stop weight gain with hyperthyroidism
diabetic foot care
Can I experience hypoglycemia with once daily metformin and a C-Peptide of 1.5?
what happens if you take 2 thyroid pills in one day by mistake
how to reverse hypothyroidism
how to increase sex hormone in male
Should I Reduce My Thyroxine Medication for Hypothyroidism?
can hyperthyroidism be cured
how to treat adrenal gland disorders
can females take shilajit
Pcos
can i take ashwagandha and shatavari together
how to take shatavari powder
best thyroid specialist in madurai
why am i losing weight so fast
can diabetic drink sugarcane juice
what are cold hands a sign of
can female take ashwagandha
does chyawanprash increase testosterone
body heat reduce tips
does hyperthyroidism cause hair loss
is testosterone increase height
what causes metabolic syndrome
I have thyroid which I need to know?
what is difference between pcos and pcod
what are the symptoms of hypothyroidism
can you reverse type 2 diabetes
what is madhumeh
can hypothyroidism go away
can girls take ashwagandha
USING PALM CANDY-DIABETIC PATIANT
how to produce breast milk while not pregnant
where to apply wild yam cream