Question: The surgical incision to remove my pituitary tumor was done along the upper gum line. How long will it take to regain my sense of smell and taste and how long will it take for the swelling to go down? Answer: The time it takes for recovering the sense of smell and taste after… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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Slow Cortisol Drop After Surgery
Question: I had surgery 3 weeks ago, and am experiencing a slow drop in cortisol, rather than an immediate drop. How often does this happen, how long does it take to drop, and does this influence the chances that I might recur? Answer: This is an important question. Most patients do have a rapid drop… Continue Reading
Post Surgery Pituitary Hormone Monitoring
Question: If only 25% of the pituitary gland remains after removal of a microadenoma for treatment of Cushing’s disease, is the gland still able to produce not only adequate amounts of hormone, but a normal amount as if the gland was intact? If so, does it take longer for the body to reach the optimal… Continue Reading
Osteoporosis Recovery After Cushing’s
Question: I have osteoporosis due to Cushing’s. Will this improve over time? Answer: A recent study has shown substantial improvements in bone density within several years after the successful cure of patients with pituitary Cushing’s. Bones have the best possible chance for recovery when the replacement steroid dosage is as low as possible. If you… Continue Reading
Leg Cramps
Question: Since successful surgery, I have a lot of leg cramps at night. Is this common and what will help? Answer: Leg cramps may come from steroid withdrawal. It is also important to make sure that… Continue Reading
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