(E22.1) Hyperprolactinaemia

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722 887 in individuals diagnosis hyperprolactinaemia confirmed
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3 264 deaths with diagnosis hyperprolactinaemia
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease hyperprolactinaemia

Diagnosis hyperprolactinaemia is diagnosed Women are 67.94% more likely than Men

115 885

Men receive the diagnosis hyperprolactinaemia

2 121 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis hyperprolactinaemia

1 143 (0.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease hyperprolactinaemia - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 25-29

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features hyperprolactinaemia

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Non-contagious
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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Hyperprolactinaemia - what does this mean

Hyperprolactinaemia is a condition in which there is an abnormally high level of prolactin in the blood. it is usually caused by a pituitary tumour, but can also be caused by certain medications, hypothyroidism, kidney failure, and other conditions.

What happens during the disease - hyperprolactinaemia

Избыточное содержание в крови пролактина по механизму отрицательной обратной связи подавляет секрецию гонадолиберина в гипоталамусе, что приводит к снижению выработки лютеинизирующего и фолликулостимулирующего гормонов. В результате развивается недостаточность половых гормонов, гипоплазия наружных половых органов (гипогонадизм), активная пролиферация секреторного аппарата молочной железы, усиление лактогенеза и лактации (галакторея), особенно у женщин.

 

Длительно сохраняющаяся гиперпролактинемия стимулирует процессы резорбции костной ткани, что снижает ее минеральную плотность (остеопороз). Лептинорезистентность, дефицит адипонектина и гипогонадизм способствуют отложению жира в подкожно-жировой клетчатке и повышению содержания в сыворотке холестериновых фракций. Отмечается умеренная гиперпродукция андрогенов сетчатой зоной коры надпочечников.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests to measure prolactin levels
  • CT scan of the brain
  • MRI of the brain
  • Thyroid function tests
  • Gonadal hormone tests
  • Drug screening
  • Genetic testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: To reduce the level of prolactin in the body
  • Prescribing medications such as dopamine agonists and bromocriptine
  • Surgery to remove the tumor causing the hyperprolactinemia
  • Lifestyle changes such as reducing stress levels and avoiding certain medications
  • Dietary changes such as avoiding alcohol and caffeine
  • Regular exercise
  • Regular follow-up visits with the doctor
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Hyperprolactinaemia - Prevention

Hyperprolactinaemia can be prevented by avoiding medications that increase prolactin levels, such as antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants, and some anti-nausea medications. additionally, maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management can help to reduce the risk of hyperprolactinaemia.

Main symptoms of the disease hyperprolactinaemia

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Gynecomastia

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Breast milk production

(Breastfeeding, Lactation, Nursing, Milk production, Galactopoiesis, Lactogenesis, Lactogenesis ii, Galactorrhea)

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Decreased sex drive

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Excess hair growth

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Acne

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Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 12 diseases

Abnormal weight gain

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Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 14 diseases

Menstrual irregularity

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