Craniopharyngiomas are typically very slow growing tumors. They arise from the cells along the pituitary stalk. They are classified by histology as benign .Craniopharyngiomas are generally benign but are known to recur after resection. Symptoms :

• Anorexia
• Balance disorder
• Dry skin
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Headache (obstructive hydrocephalus)
• Lethargy
• Myxedema
• Nausea
• Short stature
• Polydipsia
• Polyuria (diabetes insipidus)
• Vision loss (bitemporal hemianopia)
• Vomiting
• Weight gain
• Amenorrhea

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