Sheehan Syndrome

Sheehan's syndrome is a

complication

 of pregnancy in which the

pituitary gland

 decreases in function, often caused by blood loss and extremely low blood pressure during or after childbirth which can deprive the body of oxygen.
Good medical care during childbirth can prevent severe bleeding and low blood pressure. Once severe bleeding happens, Sheehan syndrome isn't preventable.
Symptoms

Unsuccessful breastfeeding

  • In the first 6 weeks after giving birth

  • In the first 3 months after giving birth

common

Absence of period

  • Absence of period

or Irregular periods

common

Fatigue

common

Thinning or loss of hair anywhere

  • Pubic and armpit hair

common

Depression

or Feeling moody

Sudden hot sensation

or Excessively dry vagina

Decreased sexual desire

Decreased breast size

Abnormally low blood sugar

Low blood pressure

Lack of concentration

Recent unexplained weight gain

Difficulty passing stool

Increased sensitivity to cold

High urine output

or Excessive thirst

Risk factors

Postpartum

  • Bleeding

Treatment
Sheehan's syndrome is typically treated with lifelong hormone replacement therapy for the hormones that are missing. Your doctor might recommend one or more of the following medications: 1-Corticosteroids. 2-Levothyroxine. 3-Estrogen. 4-Growth hormone.
Recommended specialist

If you have Sheehan Syndrome, then a visit to an obstetrician-gynecologist is highly recommended.

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