A member asked:

Can whiplash lead to galactorrhea?

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Dr. Idan Sharon answered

Specializes in Neurology

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

Answered 11/10/2012

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Dr. Soren Singel answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Yes, possibly: Injury to the pituitary stalk can potentially lead to galactorrhea (case reports available), although the impact would likely affect other hormones as well, leading to e.g. Diabetes insipidus. If i had a patient with post-traumatic galactorrhea i'd be suspicious of a pre-existing pituitary prolactinoma and get prolactin levels and brain MRI to rule out such a lesion. Treatment - medical first.

Answered 6/10/2014

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