Is a prolactin-secreting pituitary tumor treatable?

After the occurrence of a prolactin pituitary tumor, the patient should actively seek treatment. If it is not treated for a long time, the condition will worsen. The patient must maintain a good attitude at ordinary times. First of all, self-confidence is very important because it helps the recovery of the disease. Increase your social activities and do not let this disease affect your overall health.

What is the postoperative care for prolactinoma pituitary tumors? Experts mainly introduce the following points:

1. Talk to patients, encourage them to express their feelings, and provide positive guidance.

2. Encourage patients to maintain the habit of regular grooming and methods to improve their personal image: appropriate clothing and appropriate grooming.

3. Encourage patients to strengthen their self-cultivation, improve their inner qualities, and dare to face reality.

4. Help patients adapt to daily life, participate in social activities and interpersonal communication.

Prolactinomas are a group of tumors that arise from the anterior and posterior pituitary epithelial remnants and craniopharyngeal epithelial cells. 90% are benign adenomas, a few are hyperplasia, and very few are cancer. The cause and pathogenesis are not yet very clear. Its main clinical manifestations include two major syndromes: abnormal hormone secretion syndrome and syndrome of tumor compression of the tissues surrounding the pituitary gland. In addition to symptomatic and supportive treatment, treatment options include radiation, surgery, and medication.