Hyperprolactinaemia Flashcards
1
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Hyperprolactinaemia Pathology
A
Hypersecretion of prolactin hormone from pituitary
2
Q
Hyperprolactinaemia Aetiology
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- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Stress
- Dopamine antagonists
- Oestrogens
- Antidepressants
- Primary hypothyroidism
- Pituitary lesion (prolactinoma)
3
Q
Hyperprolactinaemia Female Symptoms
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- Galactorrhoea
- Irregular cycle
- Infertility
4
Q
Hyperprolactinaemia Male Symptoms
A
Present later
- Impotence
- Infertility
- Visual abnormalities
- Headache
- Extraocular muscle weakness
- AP malfunction
- Galactorrhoea
5
Q
Hyperprolactinaemia Investigations
A
- Serum prolactin
- MRI
6
Q
Hyperprolactinaemia Management
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- Dopamine agonists (Cabergoline)
