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Medical Conditions - Hyperprolactinemia

When the prolactin levels are higher than normal in the blood, it is called hyperprolactinemia. Prolactin is high during breastfeeding, and it affects the levels of both male and female sex hormones. Hyperprolactinemia is caused due to hypothyroidism, tumor of the pituitary gland, chronic liver and kidney disease, and some medicines.

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What would be the reason for irregular periods in a girl?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The menstrual pattern you quote sounds like PCOS/PMOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome).

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Could emotions cause milky nipple discharge?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, I must tell you to relax. A nipple discharge is not an uncommon phenomenon in non-pregnant women. A bloody discharge is serious.

Can a cyst in the right breast cause pain and discharge?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Breast pain, nipple discharge, and cysts could be due to hyperprolactinemia.

How to manage and prevent drug-induced gynecomastia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are right, as you want to avoid repeating a distressing side effect like gynecomastia while managing protracted SSRI withdrawal symptoms.

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Does high prolactin hamper conception?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. High prolactin level may be due to stress or usage of multiple drugs. Are you under any other medication? As your prolactin level is responding to Cabergoline, you may need to increase the dose to get your prolactin under control.

I did not get my period last month, and my bleeding is abnormal this month. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for reaching out, and I am happy to help you.

What is the use of hCG injection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your problem and seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient's identity). Period span of up to 35 days is normal. Your prolactin 53.

What does my low AMH level indicate?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from hyperprolactinemia and borderline subclinical hypothyroidism. Both of these can cause a delay in ovulation and hence irregularity in cycles.

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How to confirm the reason for my abortion?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your ovarian reserve appears to be good. Recurrent abortion needs evaluation for the following.

I lose my erection soon with bent penis. Please suggest a solution.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and read your queries.

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