Care for Pituitary Tumors
Why Choose Treatment for Pituitary Tumors at University of Colorado Hospital?
With just the right balance of patient care, research and education, University of Colorado Hospital provides the highest quality treatment for pituitary tumors in the nation.
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What is a Pituitary Tumor?
A pituitary tumor is a tumor located on your pituitary gland. This gland is connected to the brain and is located just behind the eyes. The pituitary gland secretes hormones into the blood stream that stimulate reproductive organs (ovaries and testes), growth in children and adolescents, and milk production in pregnant and nursing women.
Pituitary tumors are slow growing tumors that are very rarely malignant (cancerous), but they can cause other problems. Depending on the size and location, they can cause hormone problems with hormone levels, headaches, blurred vision, excessive urination and thirst.
Pituitary tumors can be treated with medication and surgery if necessary.