Hyperprolactinemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is hyperprolactinemia
A
Increased serum prolactin
2
Q
What are the common causes of hyperprolacinemia
A
Prolactinoma
Drugs(Ecstasy)
3
Q
What are the presentations of Hyperprolactinemia
A
Amennohrea
Galactorhea
Sex Dysfunction( ED, low libido and Gyno)
Bitemporal hemianopia
4
Q
How is hyperprolactinema diagnosed
A
Raised serum prolactin
5
Q
What is the treatment of hyperprolactinemia
A
Dopamine Agonist (Cabergoline) -Shrinks tumour as dopamine inhibits prolactin