What is another word for Hypopituitarism?

Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpə͡ʊpˈɪtjuːˌɪtəɹˌɪzəm] (IPA)

Hypopituitarism is a medical condition where the pituitary gland does not produce enough hormones. There are various terms used synonymously with hypopituitarism, including pituitary insufficiency, pituitary failure, and pituitary deficiency. These terms are used interchangeably to describe a condition where the hormonal secretion by the pituitary gland is decreased or absent. It can be caused by various factors, such as head injuries, brain tumors, radiation therapy, and genetic conditions. The symptoms of hypopituitarism may include fatigue, weight gain, low blood pressure, infertility, and decreased sex drive. Hypopituitarism is a treatable condition, and patients can manage their symptoms with hormonal replacement therapy.

What are the hypernyms for Hypopituitarism?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    metabolic disorder, Pituitary Disorder, endocrine disorder, Hormone deficiency, Hypofunction disorder, Neuroendocrine disorder, Pituitary Gland Disorder, endocrine gland disorder, hormonal disorder.

Related words: hypothalamic pituitary axis, anterior pituitary gland, posterior pituitary gland, pituitary gland, pituitary gland hormones, anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, hormone production, hypopituitarism treatment

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