Sheehan Syndrome: A rare condition that occurs in women who suffer a severe uterine hemorrhage during childbirth. The resulting blood loss may damage the pituitary gland and result in hypopituitarism. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Sheehan Syndrome is available below.
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