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A Decade With Sheehan's Syndrome: A Case Report and Personal Experience.
Kayalvizhi D1, Adedeji Yusuf Moradeyo2, Bhuvaneswari G3
1Department of Child Health Nursing, Saveetha College of Nursing, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Sheehan's syndrome (SS), a rare pituitary disorder from postpartum hemorrhage, causes hormonal deficiencies. Early diagnosis and lifelong hormone replacement are crucial for managing this condition and improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Reproductive Medicine
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Sheehan's syndrome (SS) is a rare endocrine disorder resulting from pituitary gland damage after severe postpartum hemorrhage and shock.
- It frequently leads to multiple hormonal deficiencies, including adrenal insufficiency, hypothyroidism, and hypopituitarism, with nonspecific symptoms that can delay diagnosis.
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