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Assertion: Pituitary apoplexy can cause sudden onset of severe headache and visual loss.

Reason: Pituitary apoplexy is a medical emergency that requires immediate intervention.

Option: 1

Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.


Option: 2

Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.


Option: 3

Assertion is true but Reason is false.


Option: 4

Assertion is false but Reason is true.


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The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain and controls many important functions in the body. Pituitary apoplexy is a rare but serious condition that occurs when there is bleeding or impaired blood supply to the pituitary gland. The sudden onset of severe headache and visual loss is a characteristic feature of pituitary apoplexy. Since this condition can be life-threatening, immediate intervention is necessary.

Option 1 is the correct answer. 

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