A member asked:

How to controll my prolactin level.?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Prolactin elevation: Hi. Prolactin (PRL) elevation is usually due to a benign tumor in the pituitary, although some drugs can cause PRL elevation too. Elevated PRL is associated with breast milk production and turning off periods. Generally PRL elevation is treated with a pill that mimics the neurotransmitter, dopamine (drug is called cabergoline; less likely, bromocriptine). Almost all cases can be managed with pill.

Answered 7/12/2014

3.9k views

Thank
Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Cause: First, find the cause for the hyperprolatinemia. Don't just treat the number. If due to a pituitary growth, a pill can be used to lower it. If the prolactin is high because of side effect of a drug, stopping the drug can normalize your level. Work with your doctor to find the cause. Good luck.

Answered 7/22/2014

3.9k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

What is causing my high prolactin levels?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What can cause a rise in prolactin levels?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

My Prolactin level is 137..How serious is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What can cause my prolactin level to be high?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

How does one change of the prolactin level in men?

A doctor has provided 1 answer