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How can you be sure if a pituitary tumor is actually a prolactinoma or if it is raising prolactin due to a "pituitary stalk" effect?
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Good question: however, pathology including microscopic evaluation of any biopsy or brushings. Prolactinoma is much more likely.
Answered 7/6/2018
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