What are the dangers of mild hyperprolactinemia?

Medically speaking, elevated prolactin in women's breasts is a pathological manifestation, which is clinically called hyperprolactinemia. This disease is mostly caused by the stimulation of peptides, and after the onset of the disease, it will cause the prolactin in the patient's blood to continue to rise. So what are the dangers of mild hyperprolactinemia?

The dangers of mild hyperprolactinemia

Sexual function changes: This is related to the suppression of sex hormones in the body, resulting in low estrogen levels, which manifests as thinning and atrophy of the vaginal wall, reduced secretions, and decreased libido.

Infertility: Anovulation can lead to infertility.

Menstrual disorders and infertility: Most patients with hyperprolactinemia have menstrual disorders, which are manifested as scanty, infrequent menstruation, or even amenorrhea. Among them, the age of menarche in adolescent girls increases, puberty is delayed, and women of childbearing age fail to get pregnant and have no menstruation.

Breast lactation: This is one of the characteristics of hyperprolactinemia. It is usually manifested as non-bloody milky or transparent fluid flowing out of both breasts or being squeezed out.

Others: hirsutism, acne, obesity, etc. are also very common. In addition, obesity is also one of the predisposing factors of hyperprolactinemia. Some patients show papilledema and visual field defects, which are caused by pituitary adenoma invading and compressing the optic chiasm.

It seems that mild hyperprolactinemia is very harmful to women, so I hope everyone can strengthen prevention. If you find that your nipples often have lactation reactions, it means that you may have mild hyperprolactinemia. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital to check their breasts as soon as possible. If the disease is found, treatment should be sought immediately.