NC congressman to undergo surgery for base of skull tumor diagnosis
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A North Carolina congressman representing counties in the eastern part of the state has announced he was diagnosed with a brain tumor.
Congressman Greg Murphy, MD released a statement saying in part, “As a physician I have, for the last 30 years, taken care of thousands and thousands of patients. It is now my turn to be one. After a series of tests and scans, I have been diagnosed with a base of skull tumor called a pituitary macroadenoma.”
Murphy represents North Carolina’s third congressional district which includes parts of Sampson and Wayne Counties. The district spans east to the Outer Banks. He’s served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2019.
Congressman Murphy said the tumor is believed to be benign but given its size, location, and ability to affect vital structures in the brain, he is scheduled to have it surgically removed.
“The prognosis is excellent, and I hope to be back to work full-time soon. I am, as are all things, in the hands of God and am at absolute peace. I appreciate your thoughts and prayers and hope everyone understands our desire for privacy at this time,” Murphy said.
According to the Mayo Clinic, pituitary macroadenoma is an unusual growth in the pituitary gland, located behind the nose at the base of the brain.
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson publicly wished Murphy a full and speedy recovery.
North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis also responded to the announcement, saying he and his wife are wishing Murphy a successful surgery and a full recovery.
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