Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

is galactorrhea fatal if not treated?

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

Question 6

can whiplash lead to galactorrhea?

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

Question 7

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.

Question 8

what are the consequenses  of galactorrhea caused by nipple stimulation ?

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It means: you have increased your prolactin, which can lead to weight gain, abnormal periods, etc. over long term, but that is generally only with much higher elevations than you can achieve with nipple stimulation. Enjoy.

Question 9

can galactorrhea cause lumps in breast?

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Galactorrhea: Yes. Try using somevwarm compresses to reduce the lumps.

Question 10

can you have a prolactinoma without galactorrhea? if yes, how common is this? its been five years already?

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: Galactorrhea is a very common symptom of prolactinoma. However, even with high prolactin levels, it's stated that  up to 50% may not have it.  Of course, with lack of prolactin production, no galactorrhea occurs.  Do you have high prolactin levels?

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