An overproduction of pituitary hormones is called ________.
A)Cushing's syndrome
B)Addison's disease
C)Hyperpituitarism
D)Hypopituitarism

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An overproduction of pituitary hormones is called hyperpituitarism. Cushing's syndrome is caused by an overproduction of cortisol by the adrenal glands, while Addison's disease is caused by a deficiency of cortisol and aldosterone. Hypopituitarism is a condition in which the pituitary gland produces insufficient levels of one or more hormones.

An Overproduction of Pituitary Hormones Is Called ________