Will Progestin tablets cause elevated prolactin levels?

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I reviewed your query. Patients with high prolactin levels have few or no symptoms and may not need treatment. But still, infertile or pregnant women and individuals with bothersome symptoms require specialized treatment depending on the cause of their condition. Hyperprolactinemia is characterized by abnormally high circulating levels of prolactin and is usually caused by certain medications or prolactinomas. Hyperprolactinemia is a common disorder that leads to infertility, low sex drive, and osteoporosis in both men and women. When medication-induced hyperprolactinemia is suspected, it is recommended to discontinue the medication for three days or substitute with an alternate drug. As per your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), prolactin levels are slightly raised, and if you do not have symptoms, I do not think it is due to a tumor. However, you need to repeat your test after two weeks. Your HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) is high, but other tests are fine.

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