Is pituitary tumor serious? Is pituitary tumor a benign tumor?

Pituitary tumors are benign tumors. Active treatment has a good prognosis and the condition may be effectively controlled. Failure to actively treat it may lead to serious consequences.

Pituitary tumors include functional and non-functional pituitary tumors. Non-functional pituitary tumors can cause symptoms such as headaches and visual impairment, which can be followed up. Functional pituitary tumors can cause amenorrhea, sexual dysfunction, obesity, gigantism, etc. Tumor compression of peripheral nerves can cause complications such as visual impairment and decreased consciousness.
The treatment of pituitary tumors requires symptomatic treatment according to the condition. Bromocriptine, octreotide, etc. can be used for prolactinoma to restore prolactin levels to normal and have the effect of shrinking the tumor. For those who do not respond well to medication, surgery, traditional Chinese medicine, and immunotherapy can be considered.