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ea0012p84 | Pituitary | SFE2006

Cinderella’s story: the psychosocial impact of pituitary conditions

Osbourne M , Jackson S , Morris M , Ashley K

Pituitary disorders are relatively uncommon conditions which leave patients feeling isolated and distressed. Acromegaly and Cushing’s are associated with obvious and visible differences to appearance, while other pituitary conditions are associated with profound, yet hidden, physical changes which impact significantly on psychological well being.AimTo explore the subjective experiences of patients living with and managing a pi...