Relatively recent growth of the feet and hands show themselves as an increase in ring size, due to the increased diameter of the carpal bones. Patients often report a sudden increase in shoe size. The disturbance in normal endocrine functions caused by the adenoma often starts a cascade of hormonal dysfunction. A disruption of nearly every aspect of sexual and reproductive functions may ensue. Low blood sugar, low blood pressure, weakness and fatigue are common.
Visceral organs can expand, and at the same time be reduced in their functionality.
A dysfunctional adrenal system can result in adrenal insufficiency, and seriously compromise the body's ability to deal with even mild stress. Definitive diagnosis is accomplished quickly with several blood tests. These are conducted by an Endocrinologist, who along with being the definitive diognostician of the pituitary tumor, is paramount in determining and monitoring the level of recovery post-treatment of the tumor itself. The more positive aspects of pituitary adenomas is the prospects of treatment. As with any human malady, the earlier detection leads to more encouraging results.