The pituitary gland is a small, pea-sized organ located at the base of the brain that plays a crucial role in regulating critical bodily functions and hormones. As the “master gland” of the endocrine system, the pituitary is responsible for maintaining homeostasis by secreting hormones that communicate with the thyroid, adrenals, gonads, and other glands.
Some key functions of the pituitary include:
- Hormone secretion - The pituitary releases hormones that trigger growth and development, like growth hormone and prolactin. It also produces hormones that stimulate other glands, like thyroid-stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone, and reproductive hormones.
- Growth regulation - The anterior lobe secretes human growth hormone, which is vital for normal growth and cell regeneration in kids and teens.
- Pregnancy and lactation - The hormone prolactin initiates and sustains milk production during nursing. Estrogen and progesterone work together to support a healthy pregnancy.
- Stress response - In stressful situations, the pituitary gland triggers the adrenal glands to produce cortisol by releasing adrenocorticotropic hormone.
Dysfunction of the pea-sized pituitary can lead to issues with growth, blood pressure, lactation, sex organs, metabolism and more. If you suspect pituitary issues, the endocrinologists at
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