What are the methods for testing hyperprolactinemia?

What are the methods for checking hyperprolactinemia? Experts say that hyperprolactinemia is a syndrome caused by internal and external environmental factors, characterized by elevated PRL (≥25ng/ml), amenorrhea, galactorrhea, anovulation and infertility. Therefore, if the above symptoms occur, it is best to go to the hospital for further examination and diagnosis. The following experts will introduce it in detail.

Anhui Tianlun Hospital infertility experts introduced that the specific methods for checking hyperprolactinemia are as follows:

(a) Vaginal smear: low estrogen levels.

(ii) Basal body temperature measurement: single-phase, or a sign of luteal insufficiency.

(III) Visual field examination: Patients suspected of having a pituitary tumor should undergo this examination to check for visual field defects.

(IV) Imaging diagnosis: Pituitary tumors or other intracranial space-occupying lesions can be detected by sella turcica phase or cranial CT scan.

(V) Hormone level measurement: Prolactin level is increased, estrogen level is low, triiodothyronine, thyroxine, and thyroid-stimulating hormone are measured to rule out hypothyroidism.

Tips: Hyperprolactinemia is a common pituitary disease. Female patients may have symptoms such as decreased libido and loss of sexual desire. If you have hyperprolactinemia, you should pay attention to your diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Eat more vegetables.

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