Hyperprolactinemia Flashcards

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What is hyperprolactinemia

A

Increased serum prolactin

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What are the common causes of hyperprolacinemia

A

Prolactinoma

Drugs(Ecstasy)

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What are the presentations of Hyperprolactinemia

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Amennohrea
Galactorhea
Sex Dysfunction( ED, low libido and Gyno)
Bitemporal hemianopia

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How is hyperprolactinema diagnosed

A

Raised serum prolactin

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What is the treatment of hyperprolactinemia

A
Dopamine Agonist (Cabergoline)
-Shrinks tumour as dopamine inhibits prolactin
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