The causes of hyperprolactinemia are diverse, as outlined in the differential diagnoses. See the “Differential Diagnosis” subtopic for more information. Because of its clinical importance in the context of cycle disorders and infertility therapy, only hyperprolactinemia (elevation of blood prolactin levels) will be discussed here.
Therapeutic target
Normalization of prolactin levels.
Therapy recommendations
- Administration of prolactin inhibitors (dopamine agonists).