Galactorrhea: The Daily PANCE Blueprint
Which of the following disorders can lead to galactorrhea?
A. Hyperprolactinemia
B. Hyperthyroidism
C. Hypoparathyroidism
D. Adrenal insufficiency
E. None of the above
Answer and topic summary
The answer is A. Hyperprolactinemia
Galactorrhea is defined as nipple discharge in non-breastfeeding women or men. Etiologies include hyperprolactinemia, primary hypothyroidism, medications (e.g., anti-psychotics, metoclopramide, methyldopa), chronic nipple stimulation, intraductal papilloma, and malignancy. Workup can include pregnancy tests, prolactin level, TSH level, and ultrasound. A biopsy is needed if cancer is suspected at all.
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