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Postpartum Hypopituitarism
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Sheehan's Syndrome
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This rare syndrome occurs as a result of a excessive blood loss during childbirth, necrosis (death of tissue) of the pituitary gland (produces hormones which affect general metabolism) occurs and leads to decreased function.
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Please Note: The information provided here should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A medical practitioner should always be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions.
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