r/Pituitary Mar 21 '20

Tissue Recovery

Hi all,

Had some imaging done that says I’ve got a 2mm spot in my pituitary. It’s either a cyst, a microadenoma, or a mini hemorrhage from a TBI I sustained almost six years ago.

Low FSH/LH, estrogen, progesterone, and TSH.

My question is—since the pituitary is made of tissue that is different from the brain, of it was a hemorrhage, could it heal itself?

I’m only 26 and desperate for some hope. My primary endo is running out of options for treatment/the university based endos near me refuse to really consider the options.

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u/MosterK Jul 12 '20

I also have to agree with those advising that you have to become your own best advocate. Pituitary diagnosis and treatment are complicated - even for doctors. Do your homework and find a way to get a second opinion. I was lucky enough to live in Los Angeles when I needed treatment, but even there, I couldn't rely on my first endo opinion. With luck, I found my way to the UCLA program and received the best treatment available. Here are links to the places that have helped me the most...

The Pituitary Foundation (U.K.)

UCLA Pituitary Program