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.
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
Sudden hot sensation
or Excessively dry vagina
Inability to conceive a child
Depression
or Feeling moody
Decreased sexual desire
Recent unexplained weight gain
Low blood pressure
Lack of concentration
Abnormally low blood sugar
Difficulty passing stool
Increased sensitivity to cold
Decreased breast size
High urine output
or Excessive thirst
Postpartum
Bleeding
If you have Sheehan Syndrome, then a visit to an obstetrician-gynecologist is highly recommended.
Contact an
Obstetrician-gynecologist