Question 1

how is galactorrhea typically treated?

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Depending on cause: Galactorrhea has to be first evaluated thoroughly to diagnose the underlying cause. Once identified, your doctor may target their treatment to that cause. In most cases, medical treatment is adequate and in some cases surgical treatment may be necessary.

Question 2

is galactorrhea fatal if not treated?

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No: It is merely bothersome. However the cause should be evaluated.

Question 3

how doesgalactorrhea happen?

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Hormonal imbalance: Galactorrhea (breast milk production when not pregnant) can be caused by multiple events.  Although our first thought is a pituitary (brain) overproduction of prolactin, frequently the cause can be be a thyroid disorder, side-effect of medication (anti-depressants, birth control pills), the result of scarring or injury to the chest wall, or even a side effect of marijuana use.

Question 4

what should i do for a galactorrhea?

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Good Question: Sounds like you have done some research. You need blood tests and a possible check of your pituitary gland. I would start with a gyn or endocrinologist or internist for the workup.

Question 5

how long could the galactorrhea last?

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Good Question!: Knowing the cause of the galactorrhea determines how the condition is treated. Often it can be a simple as medication change.  Psychotherapeutic drugs and GI drugs are often the simple culprit. Once cause is determined, the prolactin levels can be measured while the symptoms abate.

Question 6

how is galactorrhea typically diagnosed?

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By symptoms: Galactorrhea is diagnosed by symptoms. It is usually due to an elevation in your prolactin level, a hormone secreted from the pituitary gland. Prolactin can be elevated due to a tumor or by excessive nipple stimulation. Pituitary gland is located between the optic chiasm in the brain. If galactorrhea is due to a pituitary gland tumor, patient may have visual changes and/or headaches.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: galactorrhea?

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Milk production: Galactorrhea is the expression of milk from the breast that is not associated with lactation. Some medications can cause galactorrhea. An elevation of prolactin-a hormone produced by the brain- can also cause it. Because it can be associated with a brain tumor, galactorrhea should be evaluated by a doctor.

Question 8

can whiplash lead to galactorrhea?

Accepted Answer

Whiplash: Does not usually cause galactorrhea.
Need to check prolactin levels.

Question 9

galactorrhea and amenorrhea upon stopping bcps. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No and yes: Amenorrhea can happen after stopping pills but should not last more than 6 months. Galactorrhea is not. You should consider seeing a gyn, or a medical or reproductive endocrinologist.

Question 10

what are the consequences of galactorrhea caused by nipple stimulation ?

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Not much: Other than making a mess in your bra this is typically a benign condition.

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