The pituitary gland is called the “master gland” because it controls several other hormone glands in your body. Because of that, a pituitary tumour can cause serious health problems. So how do you know when a tumour is benign, and when it is cause for concern? We’ll find out from Dr Johan Quah, consultant neurosurgeon from Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City. 

<p>The pituitary gland is called the “master gland” because it controls several other hormone glands in your body. Because of that, a pituitary tumour can cause serious health problems. So how do you know when a tumour is benign, and when it is cause for concern? We’ll find out from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sunwaymedical.com/doctor/dr-johan-quah-boon-leong">Dr Johan Quah</a>, consultant neurosurgeon from Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City.&nbsp;</p>

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