Question

what is simmond's syndrome?

Answer 1

Simmond^​ syndrome also known as Sheehan syndrome.

Causes- It is caused due to hyposecretion (undersecretion) of pituitary hormones. It occurs mostly during pregnancy, after parturition when excessive blood is lost from the body.

Symptoms include-
(i) Absence of lactation.
(ii) Absence of menstrual cycle.
(iii) Intolerance to cold.
(iv) Weight gain.
(v) Hair loss and slow thinking.

Treatment- Pituitary tumours need to be removed if they are causing headaches, excessive hormone secretion etc. Administration of those pituitary hormones which are deficient.