What is Hypopituitarism?

What is Hypopituitarism?

Hypopituitarism is a rare disorder in which your pituitary gland fails to produce one or more hormones, or doesn’t produce enough hormones. The pituitary gland is a kidney-bean-sized gland situated at the base of your brain. It is part of your body’s...
Early Signs of Diabetes

Early Signs of Diabetes

Did you know that the immune system and the processes that help the body heal don’t work so well when your sugar levels are high? If you are concerned about diabetes, call Dr. Pipek’s office today at 321-259-9500. Request an appointment easily online:...
Addison’s Disease

Addison’s Disease

One way the body keeps itself in balance is by using chemical messengers called hormones to regulate various functions. Just above each of your kidneys is a small adrenal gland. These glands make hormones essential to a healthy life. When they don’t make enough...
Symptoms of Pituitary Disease

Symptoms of Pituitary Disease

The pituitary gland is a tiny organ, the size of a pea, found at the base of the brain. As the “master gland” of the body, it produces many hormones that travel throughout the body, directing certain processes or stimulating other glands to produce other hormones....