Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Tag Archives: USA

Carol M., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery

In 1986, I had to have my pituitary gland completely removed. My MRI showed a “tumor”, but during surgery, they found a vacuum pocket, so the whole gland needed to come out. Presently, my physical state is “OK to good”. I have good days and lots of bad days with arthritis. … Continue Reading

Garry B., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery

In May of 1991, I had a tumor removed by transspenoidal pituitary surgery, with excellent results. Most of my Cushing’s symptoms were gone within several months. In the fall of 1992, my symptoms began to recur, although testing didn’t show abnormal cortisol levels. After many tests, in November of 1994, a new tumor was located on the other side of the pituitary.… Continue Reading

Karen C., Bilateral Adrenalectomy

I had Cushing’’s Syndrome due to non-pituitary-dependent bilateral adrenal hyperplasia. Rather than immediately recommend a bilateral adrenalectomy, my doctor put me on ketoconazole, a drug that inhibits steroid synthesis. I did very well on ketoconazole, and all of my Cushing”s symptoms dramatically improved.… Continue Reading

Louise P., Adrenalectomy

Many of you are aware that it has been 3 years since my surgery to remove one adrenal gland. I thought I would wake up and be myself in a few weeks. How wrong I was. I was a recluse in my home for almost a year. I had a puffy face, extended abdomen, and thinning hair. I was (and am still) on replacement hydrocortisone… Continue Reading

Connect


Contact Us

Copyright © CSRF • Cushing's Support & Research Foundation