Rare Symptom Leads to Discovery of Life-Threatening Health Conditions in 61-Year-Old Man
A 61-year-old man visited the doctor with symptoms of thick lips and an unusually large nose, which led to the discovery of a pituitary tumor and multiple dangerous underlying diseases. Despite claiming to be healthy and having never had a health check before, the man had been experiencing fatigue, headaches, and blurred vision, prompting him to seek medical attention at Phu Tho Provincial General Hospital.
Upon examination, Doctor Nguyen Thi Lan Huong from the Department of Endocrinology – Diabetes observed abnormalities in the patient’s external appearance, such as thick lips, big nose, rough skin, loud voice, and enlarged bones in the extremities. Further tests including ultrasounds, CT scans, and brain MRI revealed a pituitary tumor (Marcroadenoma) and multiple brain infarcts, along with high blood pressure, diabetes, and kidney failure.
The patient underwent surgery to remove the pituitary adenoma and received treatment to manage the underlying diseases. Dr. Huong highlighted that the typical symptoms of pituitary tumors include thick lips, big nose, rough skin
