Removal of Pituitary Gland

Hormonal replacement therapy is given after Hypophysectomy to substitute the hormone requirements of the body for proper functioning. Cachexia, or the sudden loss of weight or muscular atrophy can be triggered in an individual with the removal of the pituitary glands. A craniotomy or open skull surgery can be conducted to remove the pituitary gland.

Hormonal replacement therapy is given after Hypophysectomy to substitute the hormone requirements of the body for proper functioning. Cachexia, or the sudden loss of weight or muscular atrophy can be triggered in an individual with the removal of the ... More

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My father ( aged 82) is a Parkinson's patient. Today after wake up from sleep he is looking but not speaking  and not eating fully. When we asking  he is responding after a long time by tilting shoulder . Before that he was quite ok. What the reason. What should I do. Is it worrisome?

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