Pituitary (Noun)
Meaning
The master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The pituitary gland regulates the body's metabolic functions, such as growth and development.
- An abnormal growth in the pituitary gland can disrupt the production of essential hormones in the body.
- Hormonal imbalances in the pituitary gland can affect a person's ability to conceive a child.
- During surgery, the doctor had to navigate carefully to avoid damaging the pituitary gland located near the optic nerve.
- Prolonged stress can negatively impact the pituitary gland, leading to adrenal fatigue and exhaustion.