Pituitary adenoma

Patients with clinically non-functional pituitary adenomas, whether observed or surgically treated, need to be fully educated about their condition and natural history.

Patients with hypopituitarism need to wear a MedicAlert® bracelet with the diagnoses and treatments inscribed on it.

They should be educated about 'sick day rules' to increase their glucocorticoid intake. Society for Endocrinology: Adrenal Crisis Information Opens in new window​​

Patients and their families should be educated about the signs and symptoms associated with pituitary apoplexy, to seek immediate medical attention.