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• #1 Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17924-galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea causes a milk-like discharge to leak from your nipple. It’s unrelated to lactation. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is leaking a light white, milk-like discharge when you’re not breastfeeding or pregnant. It typically affects both breasts and may flow if you squeeze your nipple or leak on its own. […] Galactorrhea often goes away without treatment. Avoiding things that cause galactorrhea is the best way to keep it from occurring. If a pituitary tumor is causing the condition, your healthcare provider may want you to have a yearly CT or MRI to look for signs of growth. […] This varies depending on the cause. Once you receive treatment for galactorrhea, the milky discharge should subside. Treatment may take longer if the source of your galactorrhea is a pituitary tumor that needs medication, surgery or radiation therapy.

• #2 Evaluation and Treatment of Galactorrhea | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0501/p1763.html

  Galactorrhea, or inappropriate lactation, is a relatively common problem that occurs in approximately 20 to 25 percent of women. […] The true incidence of galactorrhea is unknown, but it is estimated that 20 to 25 percent of women experience this problem at some time in their life. […] Clinical signs and symptoms include headache, galactorrhea, amenorrhea, defects in peripheral vision, hirsutism, acne, and hypogonadism presenting as decreased libido, decreased fertility or decreased bone density. […] The prognosis for patients with these tumors is excellent. Most pituitary prolactinomas regress or remain stable for many years. […] Galactorrhea may be considered physiologic. Pregnant women may lactate as early as the second trimester and may continue to produce milk for up to two years after cessation of breast-feeding.

• #3 Galactorrhea: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/symptoms-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea is a milky discharge from the nipples in people who are not breastfeeding or pregnant. It is most common in females, but it can affect males as well. […] Galactorrhea is a symptom rather than a health condition or disease. It is not usually serious. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is a milky or greenish discharge, usually from both nipples. It may be just a drop, or it may be enough to actually flow from the nipple. It may start and stop, or it may be continuous. […] There may be other signs or symptoms depending on the underlying cause, including missed periods, vaginal dryness, headaches, changes in vision or vision loss, acne, chest or chin hair growth, a lower sex drive, erectile dysfunction in males. […] About 25% of all females will have galactorrhea at some point in their lives. It is most common in females during peak childbearing age, but it can develop at any age.

• #4 Galactorrhea – familydoctor.org

  https://familydoctor.org/condition/galactorrhea/

  Galactorrhea occurs when one or both breasts make milk or a milky discharge. It’s not related to milk production in breastfeeding. The breasts may leak only when touched, or on their own. It can occur in women or in men but is less common in men. Rarely, it can occur in newborns. […] Galactorrhea is not a disease but can be a symptom of an underlying health problem. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is a milky white discharge from one or both nipples. Sometimes, the discharge is yellow or greenish in color. Blood in the discharge is not a symptom. If you have blood in the breast discharge, you should contact your doctor. […] Other related symptoms may include: An absence of menstrual periods or periods that aren’t regular, Headaches, Vision loss, Decreased sex drive, Increase in hair growth on your chin or chest, Erectile dysfunction in men.

• #5 Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options | Medanta

  https://www.medanta.org/pillar/galactorrhea-symptoms-types-causes-diagnose-and-treatment

  Galactorrhea is a medical condition characterized by the spontaneous and excessive discharge of breast milk from the nipples in individuals who are not pregnant or nursing a baby. One cannot take this condition lightly, as it can be a distressing and concerning symptom of an underlying health issue. […] The primary symptom of galactorrhea is the presence of milky or whitish discharge from one or both nipples. This discharge can vary in consistency, from watery to thick, and may occur without or with nipple stimulation. Some individuals with galactorrhea might experience nipple tenderness or sensitivity. […] Galactorrhea can be due to a range of underlying factors, such as: Prolactinomas – Chief Culprits from Within: Leading the roster of causes is prolactinoma, a non-cancerous pituitary gland tumor. These intruders disrupt the finely tuned hormonal balance by instigating excessive production of prolactin. Elevated prolactin levels stimulate lactation, resulting in galactorrhea, even when you are not pregnant or nursing.

• #6 Galactorrhea // Middlesex Health

  https://middlesexhealth.org/learning-center/diseases-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea isn’t a disease. But it can be a sign of an underlying condition. […] Symptoms linked to galactorrhea include: Milky nipple discharge that’s constant or comes and goes. Nipple discharge from more than one milk duct. Nipple discharge that leaks on its own or when the breast is touched. Nipple discharge from one or both breasts. Irregular or no menstrual periods. Headaches or trouble with vision. […] If one or both breasts keep leaking milky discharge, and you’re not pregnant or breastfeeding, make an appointment to see your healthcare professional. […] If you keep having discharge that doesn’t go away, make an appointment with your healthcare professional. […] Sometimes healthcare professionals can’t find a cause for galactorrhea. This is called idiopathic galactorrhea. This may mean that the breast tissue is very sensitive to the milk-making hormone prolactin. If so, even typical prolactin levels can lead to galactorrhea.

• #7 Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment | Netmeds

  https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/galactorrhea-causes-symptoms-and-treatment?srsltid=AfmBOork5KwaXNZdQomQID2bUjkQZaDWhhVI3h20dg6w7gtbHfdMncMZ

  Galactorrhea is a type of health condition which chiefly involves the discharge of a milky secretion from the nipples unrelated to the usual milk production during breast-feeding. […] The milky white discharge from the nipples can often happen on its own or when the nipples are touched or stimulated. […] The preliminary symptom of galactorrhea is milky-white discharge from the nipples which can be spontaneous or manually expressed even when a person is not breast feeding. Other common signs and symptoms include: […] Nipple discharge involving multiple milk ducts […] Amenorrhea (infrequent or absence of menstrual periods) […] Vaginal dryness […] New hair growing on the chest or chin […] Acne […] Headache […] Vision problems […] Reduced sex drive […] Erectile dysfunction in men.

• #8 Galactorrhea: Symptoms, Causes in Men and Women, and Treatment

  https://www.healthline.com/health/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea happens when milk or a milk-like discharge leaks from your nipples. Its different from regular milk secretion that happens during and after pregnancy. While it can affect all sexes, it tends to occur more often in women between the ages of 20 and 35. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is a white substance coming out of your nipple. […] This discharge can: leak either occasionally or almost constantly, come out of one or both nipples, range in amount from light to heavy. […] Galactorrhea is often caused by a prolactinoma. This is a tumor that forms in your pituitary gland. It can press on your pituitary gland, stimulating it to produce more prolactin. Prolactin is the hormone thats largely responsible for lactation. […] If it grows large enough to put pressure on the nerves in your brain near your pituitary gland, you may also notice frequent headaches or vision changes. […] Once they determine the cause, most people with galactorrhea make a full recovery. Pituitary gland tumors are often harmless, and medication can often help to manage any symptoms they cause.

• #9 Galactorrhea | UM Health-Sparrow

  https://www.uofmhealthsparrow.org/departments-conditions/conditions/galactorrhea

  Symptoms linked to galactorrhea include: Milky nipple discharge that’s constant or comes and goes. […] If one or both breasts keep leaking milky discharge, and you’re not pregnant or breastfeeding, make an appointment to see your healthcare professional. […] If you keep having discharge that doesn’t go away, make an appointment with your healthcare professional. […] Nipple discharge that isn’t milky needs medical attention right away. If the discharge is bloody, or clear and comes from one duct or there’s a lump you can feel, it may be a sign of breast cancer.

• #10 Evaluation and Treatment of Galactorrhea | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0501/p1763.html

  Galactorrhea, or inappropriate lactation, is a relatively common problem that occurs in approximately 20 to 25 percent of women. […] The true incidence of galactorrhea is unknown, but it is estimated that 20 to 25 percent of women experience this problem at some time in their life. […] Clinical signs and symptoms include headache, galactorrhea, amenorrhea, defects in peripheral vision, hirsutism, acne, and hypogonadism presenting as decreased libido, decreased fertility or decreased bone density. […] The prognosis for patients with these tumors is excellent. Most pituitary prolactinomas regress or remain stable for many years. […] Galactorrhea may be considered physiologic. Pregnant women may lactate as early as the second trimester and may continue to produce milk for up to two years after cessation of breast-feeding.

• #11 Galactorrhea – familydoctor.org

  https://familydoctor.org/condition/galactorrhea/

  Galactorrhea occurs when one or both breasts make milk or a milky discharge. It’s not related to milk production in breastfeeding. The breasts may leak only when touched, or on their own. It can occur in women or in men but is less common in men. Rarely, it can occur in newborns. […] Galactorrhea is not a disease but can be a symptom of an underlying health problem. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is a milky white discharge from one or both nipples. Sometimes, the discharge is yellow or greenish in color. Blood in the discharge is not a symptom. If you have blood in the breast discharge, you should contact your doctor. […] Other related symptoms may include: An absence of menstrual periods or periods that aren’t regular, Headaches, Vision loss, Decreased sex drive, Increase in hair growth on your chin or chest, Erectile dysfunction in men.

• #12 Lactating but not pregnant: Causes and symptoms

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322904

  Galactorrhea can cause headaches and breast tenderness. […] The signs and symptoms of galactorrhea may vary depending on the underlying cause, but they typically include: persistent or sporadic milky discharge from the nipple on one or both breasts, leaking from the nipples, either spontaneously or due to manual stimulation, irregular periods, headaches or visual disturbances. […] Men with galactorrhea may also experience the following symptoms: enlarged breast area around the nipples, tenderness in the breast area, erectile dysfunction, loss of sexual desire. […] Lactating while not pregnant or breastfeeding is called galactorrhea. It has a variety of causes and associated symptoms. […] Not all causes of galactorrhea are serious, but diagnosis can occasionally be challenging. Anyone experiencing symptoms of galactorrhea should speak to a doctor.

• #13

  https://www.nicklauschildrens.org/conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhoea is considered a symptom that can have many causes. […] Along with the discharge from the breasts, galactorrhea can also be accompanied by: Absent or irregular menstrual periods, Vision loss, Abnormal hair growth, Headaches, Acne, Decreased sex drive.

• #14 Galactorrhea: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/symptoms-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea may go away without any treatment, depending on the cause. […] Many times, galactorrhea is due to an excess of the hormone prolactin, which is made in the pituitary gland and signals the body to make milk. […] If you have given birth and you find that you are leaking milk more than a year after you stop breastfeeding, you likely have galactorrhea. […] Galactorrhea in males is rare, but when it occurs, it is often associated with a drop in testosterone. This may result in the development of breast tissue. […] If you notice a discharge from the nipple that lasts longer than a few weeks, call your doctor. They can examine you and, if necessary, prescribe a medication or another treatment for the underlying cause. […] Galactorrhea often goes away without treatment, depending on the cause. However, doctors can also prescribe medications to help in some cases.

• #15 Galactorrhea // Middlesex Health

  https://middlesexhealth.org/learning-center/diseases-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  In people assigned male at birth, galactorrhea may be linked with too little of the hormone testosterone. […] When needed, galactorrhea treatment aims to resolve the underlying cause. […] Sometimes healthcare professionals can’t find an exact cause of galactorrhea. Then you may have treatment if your nipple discharge bothers you. A medicine that blocks the effects of prolactin or lowers your body’s prolactin level could help get rid of galactorrhea. […] Often, milky discharge linked with idiopathic galactorrhea goes away on its own. This is most likely if you don’t handle your breasts a lot or take medicines that are known to cause nipple discharge.

• #16 Galactorrhoea — Symptoms and Causes – Fernandez Hospital

  https://blog.fernandezhospital.com/2018/03/13/galactorrhoea-symptoms-causes/

  Galactorrhoea is often caused by an increase in the level of Prolactin, the hormone that stimulates milk production. […] One or both breasts may be affected with galactorrhoea. The symptoms may include: Persistent milky discharge from the nipple, Nipple discharge involving multiple milk ducts, Headache, Problem with vision, Irregular or absent menstrual period. […] If you are not expecting or breastfeeding and experiencing continuous milky discharge from your nipple or experiencing the above-mentioned symptoms, it is important that you visit a doctor. […] Galactorrhoea in newborn babies occurs sometimes when the high estrogen level pass through the placenta into the babys blood. Due to this, enlargement in the breast tissue of the baby may occur which is associated with the milky discharge. In case of men, deficiency of testosterone hormone is associated with galactorrhoea due to which the breasts may enlarge or become tender.

• #17 Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17924-galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea causes a milk-like discharge to leak from your nipple. It’s unrelated to lactation. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is leaking a light white, milk-like discharge when you’re not breastfeeding or pregnant. It typically affects both breasts and may flow if you squeeze your nipple or leak on its own. […] Galactorrhea often goes away without treatment. Avoiding things that cause galactorrhea is the best way to keep it from occurring. If a pituitary tumor is causing the condition, your healthcare provider may want you to have a yearly CT or MRI to look for signs of growth. […] This varies depending on the cause. Once you receive treatment for galactorrhea, the milky discharge should subside. Treatment may take longer if the source of your galactorrhea is a pituitary tumor that needs medication, surgery or radiation therapy.

• #18 Galactorrhea – familydoctor.org

  https://familydoctor.org/condition/galactorrhea/

  In many cases, no treatment is necessary. Over time, the condition may go away on its own. Until then, there are some things you can do to help. […] Treatment depends on the cause of galactorrhea. Benign tumors can be treated with medicine or surgery. Medicine can help if your body is producing too much of a hormone, such as prolactin. It also helps treat problems, such as hypothyroidism. If a certain medicine causes galactorrhea, your doctor may prescribe a different medicine.

• #19 Galactorrhea | ABC Medical Center

  https://centromedicoabc.com/en/padecimientos/galactorrhea/

  It is a condition in which one or both breasts secrete milk and there is no relation to lactation, but the levels of prolactin, which is the hormone that stimulates milk production, are high, often causing the nipples to leak when touched or by themselves. […] The symptoms are: Milky white discharge that comes continuously from one or both nipples. […] The treatment indicated for galactorrhea will depend on the cause, but it usually includes the intake of medications, surgery, or the suspension for a certain period of a medication that you are taking and is the cause of the condition. Sometimes no treatment is required, as galactorrhea may go away on its own.

• #20 Galactorrhea – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment | Medanta

  https://www.medanta.org/patient-education-blog/milky-mystery-is-your-nipple-discharge-a-sign-of-galactorrhea

  The primary sign of Galactorrhea is milky nipple discharge that originates from one or both nipples, and the flow can be mild to heavy. It can seep out occasionally or nearly continuously. […] Sometimes, nipple discharge can be caused by Galactorrhea, and in those cases, specific Galactorrhea treatment is required. […] Galactorrhea typically indicates the presence of an underlying medical condition, which is why visiting a doctor is necessary for the diagnosis of this condition. […] Even though Galactorrhea can be uncomfortable and worrying, you should know that it is a highly curable illness. If a pituitary gland tumor is the cause of your Galactorrhea, the tumor is usually benign and well-responding to therapy. Other causes too can be treated quickly with medication. For the most part, patients with Galactorrhea recover completely once the reason is identified and proper treatment begins.

• #21 Understanding Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

  https://www.metropolisindia.com/blog/preventive-healthcare/galactorrhea-understanding-unusual-milk-production-and-its-causes

  Galactorrhea is a condition characterised by the production of milk or a milky nipple discharge in individuals who are not pregnant or breastfeeding. The primary symptom of galactorrhea is a milky nipple discharge that may be constant or intermittent and can occur from one or both breasts. The discharge may be spontaneous or manually expressed. Other galactorrhea symptoms in women can include absent or irregular menstrual periods. If a pituitary tumour is present, headaches or vision problems may also occur. While galactorrhea itself is not life-threatening, it can be a sign of an underlying condition that may require medical attention. If you experience persistent galactorrhea symptoms, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment. The duration of galactorrhea varies depending on the underlying cause. In some cases, such as with medication-induced galactorrhea, the condition may resolve once the offending drug is discontinued. However, if galactorrhea is caused by a pituitary tumour or other chronic condition, it may persist until the underlying issue is effectively treated.

• #22 Hyperprolactinemia: What It Is, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22284-hyperprolactinemia

  Symptoms of hyperprolactinemia can include: low bone mass, infertility, low sex drive, irregular periods and more. […] For anyone, hyperprolactinemia can cause the following symptoms: Infertility, Loss of interest in sex (low libido), Low bone mass (osteopenia), Milky discharge from your nipples when not pregnant or breastfeeding (galactorrhea). […] Although hyperprolactinemia isn’t life-threatening, it can cause certain issues like infertility and irregular periods. Because of this, it’s important to receive treatment if you have hyperprolactinemia.

• #23 Evaluation and Treatment of Galactorrhea | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0501/p1763.html

  Although galactorrhea is not associated with breast cancer, it can be caused by neo-plastic processes in the brain and pituitary gland. […] Approximately 20 percent of women with galactorrhea have radiologically evident pituitary tumors, and the prevalence increases to 34 percent in women who also have amenorrhea. […] The most common tumor resulting in hyperprolactinemia is the pituitary prolactinoma, a benign growth of the prolactin-secreting cells of the anterior pituitary gland. […] Patients with idiopathic or physiologic galactorrhea and normal prolactin levels should be reassured. […] High prolactin levels, through their effect on gonadotropins and resulting low estrogen levels, decrease bone density and thereby increase the risk of osteoporosis. […] The treatment of a prolactinoma depends on its size and the presence or absence of symptoms indicative of increased intracranial pressure or destruction of nearby structures. […] Close observation is required for pregnant women with prolactinomas. From 1 to 5 percent of microadenomas and 23 percent of macroadenomas increase in size during pregnancy.

• #24 Galactorrhoea: Causes and Treatment | Doctor

  https://patient.info/doctor/galactorrhoea

  Ask whether it is spontaneous or has to be expressed. […] If the cause cannot be addressed, consider: […] These dopamine agonists may also be used in those with normal PRL levels if galactorrhoea is troublesome and reassurance alone is not sufficient. This usually resolves the galactorrhoea within two months and the medication can then be stopped. […] These depend on the underlying cause. There is probably an increased risk of osteoporosis if hyperprolactinaemia is untreated.

• #25 Galactorrhea – Augusta HealthSearchClose SearchSearch IconSearch IconClose Search IconMobile Menu IconMobile Menu Close IconInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

  https://www.augustahealth.com/disease/galactorrhea/

  If you have persistent discharge that doesn’t go away, make an appointment with your doctor to get it checked out. […] Galactorrhea sometimes occurs in newborns. […] This milky discharge is temporary and resolves on its own. […] If the discharge is persistent, the newborn should be evaluated by a doctor.

• #26 Galactorrhea

  https://www.mymlc.com/health-information/diseases-and-conditions/g/galactorrhea/?section=Treatment

  Sometimes doctors can’t find a cause for galactorrhea. This is called idiopathic galactorrhea, and it may just mean that your breast tissue is particularly sensitive to the milk-producing hormone prolactin in your blood. If you have increased sensitivity to prolactin, even normal prolactin levels can lead to galactorrhea. […] In males, galactorrhea may be associated with testosterone deficiency (male hypogonadism) and usually occurs with breast enlargement or tenderness (gynecomastia). Erectile dysfunction and a lack of sexual desire also are associated with testosterone deficiency. […] Galactorrhea sometimes occurs in newborns. High maternal estrogen levels cross the placenta into the baby’s blood. This can cause enlargement of the baby’s breast tissue, which may be associated with a milky nipple discharge. This milky discharge is temporary and resolves on its own. If the discharge is persistent, the newborn should be evaluated by a doctor.

• #27 Galactorrhea and What Causes It

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-galactorrhea-2721950

  Galactorrhea is much less common in males, with a reported prevalence of around 5.5%. Cases of galactorrhea in males can have similar causes as in females, such as certain medications and pituitary tumors. […] See a healthcare provider if your galactorrhea continues for more than a few days. You should also see your healthcare provider if: The discharge is pink or blood-tinged. You have irregular periods or your periods stop. You have a decrease in sexual desire. […] Treatment for galactorrhea depends on the cause. If no cause can be found, your healthcare provider may prescribe a medication that can help reduce prolactin levels or block its effects. Some examples of these medications include: Cycloset (bromocriptine) and Dostinex (cabergoline). […] Galactorrhea happens when there is too much of the hormone prolactin, which stimulates the production of milk. This may occur due to medication use, stress, overstimulation of the nipples, or health conditions such as hypothyroidism or a pituitary tumor.

• #28 Galactorrhoea: Causes and Treatment | Doctor

  https://patient.info/doctor/galactorrhoea

  Galactorrhoea is milky secretion from the breasts. The term usually refers to milk secretion not due to breastfeeding. It is bilateral and from multiple ducts. The milk volume may be large or small, and milk may be secreted spontaneously or expressed. […] Galactorrhoea is much more common in women than in men. It is most common in women of reproductive age, but can occur in nulliparous women, menopausal women, and men. In women it may be physiological but in men it is always pathological. […] Hyperprolactinaemia is the most common cause, and as many as 90% of women with hyperprolactinaemia have galactorrhoea. […] When galactorrhoea is accompanied by amenorrhoea, it is usually caused by hyperprolactinaemia. […] Duration of symptoms, progression, nature, colour and amount of fluid. […] Unilateral or bilateral discharge (unilateral suggests local pathology, and needs breast clinic referral).

• #29 Galactorrhea: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/symptoms-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea may go away without any treatment, depending on the cause. […] Many times, galactorrhea is due to an excess of the hormone prolactin, which is made in the pituitary gland and signals the body to make milk. […] If you have given birth and you find that you are leaking milk more than a year after you stop breastfeeding, you likely have galactorrhea. […] Galactorrhea in males is rare, but when it occurs, it is often associated with a drop in testosterone. This may result in the development of breast tissue. […] If you notice a discharge from the nipple that lasts longer than a few weeks, call your doctor. They can examine you and, if necessary, prescribe a medication or another treatment for the underlying cause. […] Galactorrhea often goes away without treatment, depending on the cause. However, doctors can also prescribe medications to help in some cases.

• #30 Galactorrhea // Middlesex Health

  https://middlesexhealth.org/learning-center/diseases-and-conditions/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea isn’t a disease. But it can be a sign of an underlying condition. […] Symptoms linked to galactorrhea include: Milky nipple discharge that’s constant or comes and goes. Nipple discharge from more than one milk duct. Nipple discharge that leaks on its own or when the breast is touched. Nipple discharge from one or both breasts. Irregular or no menstrual periods. Headaches or trouble with vision. […] If one or both breasts keep leaking milky discharge, and you’re not pregnant or breastfeeding, make an appointment to see your healthcare professional. […] If you keep having discharge that doesn’t go away, make an appointment with your healthcare professional. […] Sometimes healthcare professionals can’t find a cause for galactorrhea. This is called idiopathic galactorrhea. This may mean that the breast tissue is very sensitive to the milk-making hormone prolactin. If so, even typical prolactin levels can lead to galactorrhea.

• #31 Galactorrhea and What Causes It

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-galactorrhea-2721950

  Galactorrhea is much less common in males, with a reported prevalence of around 5.5%. Cases of galactorrhea in males can have similar causes as in females, such as certain medications and pituitary tumors. […] See a healthcare provider if your galactorrhea continues for more than a few days. You should also see your healthcare provider if: The discharge is pink or blood-tinged. You have irregular periods or your periods stop. You have a decrease in sexual desire. […] Treatment for galactorrhea depends on the cause. If no cause can be found, your healthcare provider may prescribe a medication that can help reduce prolactin levels or block its effects. Some examples of these medications include: Cycloset (bromocriptine) and Dostinex (cabergoline). […] Galactorrhea happens when there is too much of the hormone prolactin, which stimulates the production of milk. This may occur due to medication use, stress, overstimulation of the nipples, or health conditions such as hypothyroidism or a pituitary tumor.

• #32

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc1549

  Galactorrhea (say „guh-lak-tuh-REE-uh”) happens when a woman’s breasts make milk but the woman is not pregnant. The milk may leak from one or both breasts. Sometimes milk leaks only when the breast is touched. At other times, milk leaks without any touching. Galactorrhea can also happen in men, but this is rare. […] Your breasts continue to leak milk. […] The leakage looks bloody.

• #33 Evaluation and Treatment of Galactorrhea | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0501/p1763.html

  Galactorrhea, or inappropriate lactation, is a relatively common problem that occurs in approximately 20 to 25 percent of women. […] The true incidence of galactorrhea is unknown, but it is estimated that 20 to 25 percent of women experience this problem at some time in their life. […] Clinical signs and symptoms include headache, galactorrhea, amenorrhea, defects in peripheral vision, hirsutism, acne, and hypogonadism presenting as decreased libido, decreased fertility or decreased bone density. […] The prognosis for patients with these tumors is excellent. Most pituitary prolactinomas regress or remain stable for many years. […] Galactorrhea may be considered physiologic. Pregnant women may lactate as early as the second trimester and may continue to produce milk for up to two years after cessation of breast-feeding.

• #34 Galactorrhea: Symptoms, Causes in Men and Women, and Treatment

  https://www.healthline.com/health/galactorrhea

  Galactorrhea happens when milk or a milk-like discharge leaks from your nipples. Its different from regular milk secretion that happens during and after pregnancy. While it can affect all sexes, it tends to occur more often in women between the ages of 20 and 35. […] The main symptom of galactorrhea is a white substance coming out of your nipple. […] This discharge can: leak either occasionally or almost constantly, come out of one or both nipples, range in amount from light to heavy. […] Galactorrhea is often caused by a prolactinoma. This is a tumor that forms in your pituitary gland. It can press on your pituitary gland, stimulating it to produce more prolactin. Prolactin is the hormone thats largely responsible for lactation. […] If it grows large enough to put pressure on the nerves in your brain near your pituitary gland, you may also notice frequent headaches or vision changes. […] Once they determine the cause, most people with galactorrhea make a full recovery. Pituitary gland tumors are often harmless, and medication can often help to manage any symptoms they cause.

• #35 Hyperprolactinemia – Symptoms, Diagnosis, TreatmentSecond Opinion Iconphone iconGroup 9Group 49

  https://www.barrowneuro.org/condition/hyperprolactinemia/

  Galactorrhea: This atypical milk production in women who aren’t pregnant or breastfeeding can look like sporadic or consistent milky discharge from one or both of your nipples and can occur on its own or when your breast is touched. […] Symptoms like a severe headache, dramatic changes to vision, and sudden hormonal deficiencies should prompt an immediate medical evaluation. These can be symptoms of pituitary apoplexy or sudden tumor bleeding in the case of a pituitary tumor, a rare condition associated with the presence of pituitary tumors, including prolactinomas. Early detection and treatment can help prevent complications and improve outcomes. […] The prognosis is usually favorable. Most people respond well to treatment and regain their normal quality of life, though this depends on the underlying cause of the excess prolactin.

• #36 Galactorrhea – 6 Common Symptoms – By Dr. Mukti Sethi | Lybrate

  https://www.lybrate.com/topic/galactorrhea-6-common-symptoms/a08d65365535350973e0052721b4f74e

  Galactorrhea is not a disease per se, but more of an underlying medical condition or a symptom that involves discharge of a milky fluid from the nipples, which is not the breast milk. […] Various symptoms of Galactorrhea include: 1. Milky discharge from one or both breasts simultaneously. 2. Discharge may be continuous or intermittent. 3. Density and amount of discharge may also vary. 4. In case of women, this may have a direct effect on periods, leading to irregular menstruation. 5. The discharge may occur without pressure or when an external agency is involved. 6. Headaches and worsening vision are also said to occur.

• #37 Evaluation and Treatment of Galactorrhea | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0501/p1763.html

  Galactorrhea, or inappropriate lactation, is a relatively common problem that occurs in approximately 20 to 25 percent of women. […] The true incidence of galactorrhea is unknown, but it is estimated that 20 to 25 percent of women experience this problem at some time in their life. […] Clinical signs and symptoms include headache, galactorrhea, amenorrhea, defects in peripheral vision, hirsutism, acne, and hypogonadism presenting as decreased libido, decreased fertility or decreased bone density. […] The prognosis for patients with these tumors is excellent. Most pituitary prolactinomas regress or remain stable for many years. […] Galactorrhea may be considered physiologic. Pregnant women may lactate as early as the second trimester and may continue to produce milk for up to two years after cessation of breast-feeding.

• #38 Galactorrhea: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options | Medanta

  https://www.medanta.org/pillar/galactorrhea-symptoms-types-causes-diagnose-and-treatment

  Chronic stress may contribute to galactorrhea by affecting hormonal balance (particularly cortisol and prolactin levels). […] Galactorrhea may disrupt hormonal balance and ovulation, potentially affecting fertility in some women. […] Galactorrhea may resolve if the underlying cause is temporary, such as medication-induced galactorrhea. […] Galactorrhea can cause breast enlargement due to increased milk production and engorgement. […] Galactorrhea can be associated with breast tenderness or discomfort, especially if the breasts become engorged with milk.

• #39 A Case of Galactorrhea With Escitalopram: A Biopsychosocial Phenomenon

  https://www.psychiatrist.com/pcc/case-galactorrhea-escitalopram-biopsychosocial-phenomenon/

  An increase in the dose of escitalopram worsened galactorrhea. Galactorrhea did not resolve when escitalopram was stopped and other antidepressants were started but rather as depressive symptoms and psychological conflicts were treated and improved. […] The literature suggests that there is a significant temporal correlation of external events with the onset or worsening of galactorrhea and that exposure during childhood to an environment characterized by an absent or an alcoholic, violent father conditions some women to develop galactorrhea later in life as a response to specific life events such as marriage and actual or threatened loss of an important person or situation. Furthermore, an interaction of psychogenic, pharmacologic, and endocrinologic factors is said to be responsible for galactorrhea, with the latter occurring when these factors combine to reach a certain threshold. Psychotherapy has been shown to be effective in treatment of galactorrhea in which psychogenic factors are operative. […] In this case, galactorrhea developed about the same time as depressive symptoms and a significant life event in a patient with the childhood vulnerabilities for galactorrhea described in the literature.

• #40 Galactorrhea – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment | Medanta

  https://www.medanta.org/patient-education-blog/milky-mystery-is-your-nipple-discharge-a-sign-of-galactorrhea

  The primary sign of Galactorrhea is milky nipple discharge that originates from one or both nipples, and the flow can be mild to heavy. It can seep out occasionally or nearly continuously. […] Sometimes, nipple discharge can be caused by Galactorrhea, and in those cases, specific Galactorrhea treatment is required. […] Galactorrhea typically indicates the presence of an underlying medical condition, which is why visiting a doctor is necessary for the diagnosis of this condition. […] Even though Galactorrhea can be uncomfortable and worrying, you should know that it is a highly curable illness. If a pituitary gland tumor is the cause of your Galactorrhea, the tumor is usually benign and well-responding to therapy. Other causes too can be treated quickly with medication. For the most part, patients with Galactorrhea recover completely once the reason is identified and proper treatment begins.

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