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I was wondering what are symptoms of pituitary tumors?

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Variable: Most folks will have visual changes as the swelling in that area can compress the optic chiasma(the nerves that control vision). Sometimes there can be headache, most often it is hormonal changes which will cause generalised effects on your body due to hormonal disturbances.

Answered 1/4/2014

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