What it is
Small tumours that cause no symptoms are often monitored with regular scans.
Treatment may include surgery, radiotherapy or radiosurgery, and medicines for pituitary tumours. Most people do well after treatment.
Common signs
- Headaches that are new or getting worse
- Seizures
- Vision or hearing problems
- Changes in memory or personality
- Weakness or numbness on one side
How it is usually diagnosed
- MRI or CT scan
- Hormone blood tests for pituitary tumours
- Vision and hearing tests
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- MRI reports over time
- Neurosurgery letters
- Hormone test results
- Vision field results
Questions to ask your doctor
- Does the tumour need treatment or monitoring?
- How often will I need scans?
- Can I drive?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- A seizure, sudden severe headache, sudden vision loss or new weakness: call 112
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.