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I know this would be rare but would it be possible for a 5 mm pituitary adenoma to cause stalk effect? currently i have mild hyperprolactenemia with normal macroprolactin levels & was told it was not a prolactinoma. meds only lower it not shrink it?

Q: i know this would be rare but would it be possible for a 5 mm pituitary adenoma to cause stalk effect? currently i have mild hyperprolactenemia with normal macroprolactin levels & was told it was not a prolactinoma. meds only lower it not shrink it?

: I'm unclear as to what a stalk effect is. If an endocrinologist is not involved in your case, consult one for best advice&amp; follow-up. If one already is involved I'd follow his/her advice.

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I'm unclear as to what a stalk effect is. If an endocrinologist is not involved in your case, consult one for best advice& follow-up. If one already is involved I'd follow his/her advice.

Answered 2/10/2023

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A member asked:

I know this would be rare but would it be possible for a 5 mm pituitary adenoma to cause stalk effect? currently i have mild hyperprolactenemia with normal macroprolactin levels & was told it was not a prolactinoma. meds only lower it not shrink it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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