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The Basics

New to pituitary or not sure where to start? We'll explain what the pituitary gland is and take you through the first things you need to know.

What is the Pituitary Gland?

The pituitary gland secretes hormones which carry messages around the body via the bloodstream. It controls several hormone glands in the body, including the thyroid, adrenals, ovaries and testes, so is often described as the master gland.

Emergency Info for AI and AVP-D (DI)

In case of emergency you should call 999. This page outlines the sick day rules and other emergency information for both Adrenal Insufficiency and AVP Deficiency (Diabetes Insipidus).

Causes of Pituitary Conditions

There are a range of causes for pituitary conditions, the most common being a non-cancerous tumour. Other causes include traumatic brain injury.

What are Hormones?

Hormones are chemicals which circulate in the blood stream and spread around the body to carry messages or signals to different parts of the body.

Major Endocrine Glands and Other Organs

There are a number of endocrine glands across the body which work together to secrete hormones. There are also several organs that contain endocrine tissue.

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Our vision is that all people with pituitary conditions live well, now and in the future. We work with everyone with a pituitary condition, their support networks and healthcare professionals to raise pituitary awareness and reduce time to diagnosis.

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Oxford February Support Group Meeting

22/02/2025

A friendly support group for people affected by support groups in the Oxford area.

Chatty Check-In

27/02/2025

Join our new Chatty Check-In online sessions!

Self-advocacy with Professor John Wass

27/02/2025

Professor John Wass will be leading a session of advocating for yourself, with a focus on adrenal crisis.

Hull and East Riding March support group meeting

01/03/2025

Friendly support for anyone affected by pituitary conditions in the Hull area.

Guildford and Surrey March support group meeting

01/03/2025

Friendly support for anyone affected by pituitary conditions in the Surrey area.

Leicester Get-Together

22/03/2025

Join us at the Leicester Get-Together March 2025, an opportunity to hear from medical experts and meet others affected by pituitary conditions!

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Fasting with adrenal insufficiency: What you need to know

18th February 2025

Kent support group relaunches

17th February 2025

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Join us at our Leicester Get-Together and meet people in the community in person!

We’re coming to Leicester for our fourth Get-Together! These are our in-person events where you get to hear from incredible speakers and meet others affected by pituitary conditions. We’ve already had a few successful events in Glasgow, Manchester and Cardiff. We look forward to bringing you all together in the East Midlands!

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