Diseases and Conditions
Pituitary tumors
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Coping and support
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Risk factors
People with a family history of certain hereditary conditions, such as multiple endocrine neoplasia, type 1 (MEN 1), have an increased risk of pituitary tumors. In MEN 1, multiple tumors occur in various glands of the endocrine system. Genetic testing is available for this disorder.
