Pituitary tumor cancer

A tumor in the pituitary gland can lead to the emergence of diseases such as dwarfism and gigantism, among others. Often pituitary function is impaired by the proximity of a brain tumor.
Thus, the tumor does not need to be exactly within the gland so that its operation is impaired. Just a tumor, even a benign grow beside you and press your walls so that the gland to stop working correctly.
The pituitary tumor can arise due to a difference in the growth process of the gland cells themselves.
Treatment
The processing for cases of pituitary tumor is radiotherapy or chemotherapy depending on the stage of the disease. Surgery to remove the tumor is also one of the treatment options, although you have to calmly assess their risks and benefits.
Prevention
There are no preventive measures against the initial condition, but prompt treatment can prevent complications associated with this disease become more pronounced.