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Sheehan syndrome is characterized by loss of pituitary function due to damage or necrosis of the pituitary gland, usually following postpartum hemorrhage. It results in secondary amenorrhea, hypothyroidism, and adrenal insufficiency. Diagnosis involves laboratory tests showing low levels of hormones produced by the pituitary gland like FSH, LH, TSH, and ACTH. Treatment is lifelong hormone replacement therapy for the thyroid, adrenal, and ovaries. With timely diagnosis and treatment, normal life and function

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