Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) -A hormone that stimulates Cortisone and regulates steroid hormones

Adrenal Gland – A gland near the kidneys that secret the hormone Cortisol to help the body respond to stress and regulates blood pressure

Benign Tumour – A non cancerous Tumor that grows and can be just as rapid in growth causing more issues and effecting different areas

Cortisol - Hormones to help the body respond to stress

CT – Computer Tomography. An X-ray Scan used to examine organs using a computer  for doctors to analyze symptoms further

Endocrine System – A system of glands that secrete Hormones throughout the Human Body to regulate functions of  endocrine organs

Endocrine Glands – Pineal Gland, Pituitary Gland, Thyroid Gland, Adrenal Gland, Pancreas, Ovary, Testis

Endocrinologist- A doctor who specializes in treating hormone imbalances and problems in the endocrine system

Follicle – Stimulating – Hormone (FSH) – Controls Estrogen produced by the ovaries

Growth Hormone (GH) – A secreting hormone that stimulates height, bone length and muscle growth

Hormone Levels- These are measured via a bloodtest to check the regualrity or irregularity of secreting hormones in the endocrine system

Hyperprolactinaemia- is having too high levels of Prolactin in the blood

Luteinizing Hormone (LH) – Controls the menstrual cycle, ovulation and production of Progesterone and Estrogen

Macro-adenoma – a Tumour larger than 10 mm in diameter

Micro-adenoma - a Tumour less than 10 mm in diameter

MRI- Magnetic Resonance Imaging. A magnetic 3-dimentional scan to produce more indepth images of soft tissue, nervous system, the brain and spine

Pituitary Adenoma - A benign tumor that begins to form in the Pituitary Gland

Pituitary Gland - A small endocrine gland attached to the base of the brain located behind the optic nerves

Prolactin (PRL)- A hormone secreted while pregnant, breastfeeding and lactation

Transsphenoidal Surgery - Surgery performed through the nose into part of the brain to remove pituitary tumours

Thyroid Gland - A gland in your throat, near your windpipe and voicebox that secretes hormones to control metabolism and body growth

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) – A secreting hormone that stimulates thyroid growth to control metabolism and regular body growth

(Please note that this information is only given as a guide, and from my own personal experiences with these health issues. This word terminology has helped me when unsure about what something is and I would like to share this information in hope to help others suffering from similar conditions in search of answers.)