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19 Μαΐ 2022 · Prolactinoma is a noncancerous tumor of the pituitary gland. This tumor causes the pituitary gland to make too much of a hormone called prolactin. The major effect of a prolactinoma is decreased levels of some sex hormones — namely, estrogen and testosterone.
30 Οκτ 2022 · What are the symptoms of a prolactinoma? High levels of prolactin in the blood can cause various symptoms, such as headaches. The signs and symptoms differ slightly between men, women and children.
26 Ιουλ 2024 · Prolactinoma is a noncancerous tumor that makes extra prolactin. It can cause symptoms like infertility, irregular periods and milky nipple discharge. The good news is that prolactinoma is often treatable with medication and/or surgery.
17 Νοε 2022 · Symptoms. The signs of a prolactinoma are different in men and women. For women, typical symptoms of a small tumor include: Irregular menstrual periods; Lack of menstrual periods;...
19 Μαΐ 2022 · Problems caused by increased prolactin levels, such as irregular menstrual periods, infertility and loss of interest in sexual activity. Signs or symptoms from tumor pressure, such as headaches or vision problems. Prolactinoma treatment includes two main therapies: medications and surgery.
22 Ιουλ 2022 · Prolactinomas represent approximately 50% of all pituitary adenomas, with a female preponderance. Women usually present with amenorrhoea and galactorrhoea. Men may present with sexual dysfunction, hypogonadism, and sometimes gynaecomastia, all related to the hyperprolactinaemia. Premenopausal wom...
Symptoms caused by pressure from a larger tumor may include: Headache; Lethargy; Nasal drainage; Nausea and vomiting; Problems with the sense of smell; Sinus pain or pressure; Vision changes, such as double vision, drooping eyelids, or visual field loss; There may be no symptoms, especially in older men. Exams and Tests
