The following are recognized features of pan-hypopituitarism except?
Correct Answer: Pigmentation of the mucous membranes
Description: Since ACTH has a paial MSH(Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone) like activity and levels of ACTH in Pan-hypopituitarism will fall, the hyperpigmentation cannot occur. However diseases with Increased ACTH like Addison disease will show hyperpigmentation. Insulin sensitivity implies hypoglycemia. LH/FSH fall will cause loss of secondary sexual features.
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