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What does a small pituitary gland mean?

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Dr. Philip Kern answered

probably nothing: Size doesn't matter. What matters is the function of the gland. Who told you it was "small"? Presumably a ct or MRI for some other reason? Check with your doctor about this.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/24/2019

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