Tag: adenoma
Typical symptoms of a prostate adenoma (common after age 50)
It is a pathology of human aging that should not be neglected. The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It is located just below…
Prostate adenoma (enlargement): what is it? When to operate?
An enlarged prostate or “adenoma” is a common problem in men over 50. It sometimes requires surgery. Summary The diagnosis of a prostate adenoma also called “benign prostatic hyperplasia” or…
Pituitary tumor: adenoma or cancer, is it serious?
Although pituitary cancer is extremely rare, pituitary adenomas are quite common. Discovery with Dr Caroline Apra, neurosurgeon at Pitié-Salpêtrière. Summary The pituitary gland is a small gland located at the…
Pleomorphic (parotid) adenoma: cause, MRI, surgery
The pleomorphic adenoma is a benign salivary tumor which can however become cancerous. It is treated surgically with the important objective of preventing recurrence. Summary What is a pleomorphic adenoma?…
Cushing’s disease: what is it?
Cushing’s disease is one form of syndrome by Cushing. It is due to a adenoma of the’pituitary which induces an excessive production ofhormones corticosteroids by adrenal glands. It’s a very…