Question 1

i have optic nerve damage from a pituitary tumor is there anything i can do for my vision?

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My response: Sorry to hear of your optic nerve compression, and I assume most of the difficulty occurred at the optic chiasm.  First, make certain no further compression is present.  Secondly, confer with your neurologist about visual approaches specific to your problem, and have ophthalmologist evaluate.  A medical food MetanX, has biologically active B vitamins, maybe worth a try??? 
No real proof however!

Question 2

can a pituitary tumor effect balance? i am also suffering from impotence at a young age and have pressure on my right optic nerve what could this be

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Yes: CT scan of head, testosterone level, LH, FSH and Prolactin levels should be checked.  See your PCP first.

Question 3

can pituitary tumor cause coordination to be off?

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Possibly: Most pituitary tumors are small, but any growth within the brain is capable of causing coordination problems. Even without a pituitary tumor, coordination problems warrant an investigation.

Question 4

is thirst an after-effect of pituitary tumor removal?

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Yes: Because the normal pituitary gland is rarely clearly identified in surgery, and due to inflammation after surgery, release of the hormone ADH (vasopressin) by the pituitary is often disrupted.  Adh, (vasopressin) or anti-diuretic hormone, permits the body to maintain appropriate fluid balance.  A low ADH (vasopressin) level causes excess urination, and consequently, thirst.  This is usually temporary, but may be a long-term issue.

Question 5

can you please tell me the radiation points on the head for a pituitary tumor?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The radiation oncologist will formulate a treatment plan from imaging of the tumor. Radiation is now usually given from multiple angles to minimize exposure to normal tissues and maximize exposure to the tumor.

Question 6

can some pituitary tumors cause hyperandrogenism in women and if so which kind?

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Pituitary tumor: Some pituitary gland tumors secrete excess levels of ACTH which causes Cushing's syndrome. Hirsuitism and acne can occur with this syndrome, but I'm unsure whether testosterone  levels are elevated. I would defer to an endocrinologist for an answer to this question.

Question 7

are pituitary tumors genetic?

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They can be: Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (men 1) is an autosomal dominant disease involving the pituitary, parathyroid glands, and pancreas primarily.  Patients with this disease have mutations in the men 1 gene. Men1 patients get different tumors in their pituitary glands, but mostly prolactinomas.

Question 8

can pituitary tumors cause cataracts?

Accepted Answer

Cataract: There is no clear association between pituitary tumor and cataract formation.  A pituitary tumor may affect several hormone levels, which may in turn have adverse effects on different areas of the body.

Question 9

can pituitary tumors affect progesterone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: One example is a pituitary adenoma that secretes prolactin. High prolactin lead to lower Progesterone levels.

Question 10

what thyroid levels are reflective of pituitary tumor?

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Pituitary Tumor: The diagnosis of a pituitary tumor is more complex than thyroid levels. I encourage you to talk to a person specializing in endocrine function. To answer the question: thyroid levels can be high with a tumor secreting thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh), normal with a smaller (~1-3cm) nontsh secreting tumor, or usually low with a larger (&gt;2.5cm) nontsh secreting tumor.

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Can pituitary tumor cause coordination to be off?

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