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Treatment depends on which kind of pituitary damage you have. If your adrenal glands are not being regulated properly you will be given synthetic ACTH which will help you cope with stress. If the sex hormones are affected and you are suffering from erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, loss of periods, infertility etc, men will be given testosterone patches or injections, and women will be treated with tablets or patches containing oestrogens and progestogens. Growth hormone (GH) can be artificially replaced by means of injections which will restore normal growth in children, and help with depression, loss of energy and a decrease in muscle strength in adults. For more information follow this link: The Pituitary Foundation 0845 450 0376 Administration line 0845 450 0375 Support and Information HelpLine If you suffer from testosterone deficiency you will find helpful information on this link
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