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Hyperprolactinemia.

E Kemmann·J R Jones
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The ability to measure serum prolactin levels has led to the characterization of hyperprolactinemia as a clinical entity. In women galactorrhea and amenorrhea are symptoms of elevated prolactin levels; in men, impotence seems to be a clinical correlate. In the differential diagnosis, concern about the presence of a pituitary adenoma is preeminent. Management of microadenomas is controversial; both active therapy and conservative follow-up have been advocated. For larger lesions, neurosurgery or radiation becomes necessary. Drug therapy to reduce prolactin levels is now available.

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E Kemmann, J R Jones. 1981. Hyperprolactinemia.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7468401/

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