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What causes your brain to produce abnormally high levels of prolactin? and is it dangerous to not be treated or is there a treatment?
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Good question: There are numerous possible causes of elevated prolactin, some of which or not important/dangerous and/or don't need to be treated. If the prolactin is very high, a "prolactinoma, " which is a benign (non-cancerous) growth, may be the problem. Most prolactinomas can be very effectively treated with medication; rarely, surgery is necessary. See your doctor to discuss your specific situation.
Answered 4/15/2015
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Elevated Prolactin: Dr. Mark perloe hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid gland can, in some cases, be associated with increased prolactin levels.
Answered 11/26/2013
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