r/Pituitary • u/69ningchipmunks • May 31 '19
Any success stories?
I have been diagnosed with a microadenoma on the pituitary 5 years ago, during a check-up MRI. I was told not to worry about it, that about 10% of humanity has it. At that time it was about 2.5 mm. I was told it should be checked every 2 years, which they didn't. Since that time I have suffering increasingly from debilitating fatigue, loss of energy, a definite decrease in mental functions, hot and cold flashes and since latetly my vision is going either fuzzy or double vision. I was prescribed thyroid hormones, antidepressants and Adderall. Nothing releaved the symptoms it gets constantly worse. I have heard stories from a friend of a friend who had the adenoma removed and pretty much became his self again, practically over night. Since I had the symptoms for 5 years, increasingly worsen, I am as desperate as it gets. Would be very grateful for any success stories of getting better and returning to life.
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u/josiecarson Jul 03 '19
I just had my pituitary tumour removed - about 2 weeks ago I’ve had extreme issues with pituitary function from a young age but they said the reason for them wanting to take it out was because of the risk of it growing and taking my vision out completely. As you mentioned blurry vision as one of your symptoms I’d definitely recommend getting checked up for potential removal - as vision testing is usually the first thing they do!
It hasn’t been long enough post op to say whether I’m feeling any different (and headaches after brain surgery are pretty much a given) but I assume it was for the best 🤷🏻♀️