Full 2L QBank
Medicine Disorders of pituitary gland f030f2d7

Earliest presentation of hypopituitarism in adults is?

A
Growth failure
B
Anosmia
C
Visual field defects
D
Hypogonadism
High-Yield Explanation
In children the earliest presentation of hypopituitarism is growth retardation and hypogonadism is the earliest manifestation in adults. Trophic hormone failure with pituitary compression or destruction usually occurs sequentially. Sequence of fall of hormonal levels is GH>FSH>LH>TSH>ACTH. 1st hormone to fall in Sheehan Syndrome is Growth Hormone.

Related Medicine MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now