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A 22-year-old male asked:
What could be the cause of low testosterone , high am cortisol and high prolactin ? symptoms include : muscle & joint weakness & injured frequently , no sex drive , tired , mild depression
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Dr. David Lundinanswered
Neurosurgery 29 years experience
Pituitary : Your symptoms and lab results are consistent with pituitary dysfunction. The most common cause of this is a pituitary tumor which are present in some form in as many as 25% of the population. You should see an endocrine doctor for additional blood work and an MRI of the brain.
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A 45-year-old female asked:
I have ess with high prolactin levels. I have vision problems, chronic fatigue, muscle weakness. I believe I have pituitary disease. What should I do?
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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