Sheehan syndrome

Sheehan syndrome occurs when severe blood loss during or after childbirth damages the pituitary gland, a small but vital gland at the brain’s base that controls hormones. This damage can cause the gland to shrink and stop producing hormones needed to regulate functions like metabolism, blood pressure, and lactation. Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, difficulty breastfeeding, irregular or absent periods, and low blood pressure. It is a rare complication, but prompt diagnosis and hormone replacement therapy can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.