Your doctor might simply want to get blood or urine tests and scan them again later. Many of these tumors which don’t produce hormones do not need to be removed. Or, they might not make any hormones at all. These tumors could be any of the types listed above. Doctors may find them when you get a CAT scan (CT scan) to look for something else. But some adrenal gland tumors do not cause symptoms. How do doctors find adrenal gland problems?ĭoctors find adrenal gland tumors when they cause symptoms. They sometimes need to be removed with open surgery (one large incision). They are often large when doctors find them.

Stretch marks – these are pink and purple marks on your skinĪdrenal gland cancers are rare tumors.

Gaining weight in the face and center of your body (torso).

Rapid heartbeat- this can last a few seconds or several minutesĬortisol – producing tumors cause a condition called Cushing syndrome.

Pounding or fluttering heart (palpitations).

Symptoms and signs of adrenal tumors that make extra hormones: Pheochromocytoma Below are the symptoms of the most common types of adrenal gland tumors. Symptoms are different depending on the type of tumor. What are the symptoms of adrenal gland problems? Tumors can also cause problems if they are large or might be cancerous (malignant). However, it can make extra hormones that cause health problems. The tumor is usually small and benign (not cancer).

The most common cause of adrenal gland problems is a tumor in the gland. These hormones help control your blood pressure, blood sugar, and “fight or flight” reactions at times of stress. The adrenal glands make hormones that your body requires to work correctly. Each one is about the size of your thumb and shaped like a triangle. Your adrenal glands are two small organs in your upper abdomen.

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