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Pituitary Disorders
How do you approach mild prolactin elevations (20-80) in women with galactorrhea on nipple stimulation but regular menses and no plans for pregnancy?
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I get baseline MRI of the sella and then monitor prolactin every 6-12 months. I don't treat unless the patient develops symptoms.
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