Which of the Following Are Common Early Signs of a Pituitary

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are common early signs of a pituitary adenoma?
1) persistent headaches
2) hemianopia
3) hypertension
4) papilledema

• A)1,4
• B)2,3
• C)1,2
• D)1,3,4

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Definitions:

Glutamate Release

The process by which the neurotransmitter glutamate is expelled from the presynaptic neuron into the synaptic cleft, where it can then bind to and activate receptors on the postsynaptic neuron.

Mesolimbic Dopamine Pathway

A key component of the brain's reward system, involved in the regulation of pleasure, reward, and motivation, primarily using the neurotransmitter dopamine.

Mesocortical Pathway

A neural pathway connecting the ventral tegmental area of the brain to the prefrontal cortex, involved in cognition and emotion.

Tuberoinfundibular

Relating to the pathway between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland, often involved in regulating hormone release.