Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. Could you please tell me what causes breast milk?Doctor's answer:
Unmarried girls secreting milk is also known as "hyperprolactinemia." Patients with hyperprolactinemia, in addition to galactorrhea, often experience varying degrees of menstrual disorders. In severe cases, symptoms may include amenorrhea, hair loss, weight gain, headaches, visual disturbances, and atrophy of the external genitalia, forming a group of disorders characterized primarily by galactorrhea, amenorrhea, and infertility, also known as the "galactorrhea-amenorrhea syndrome." However, regardless of the severity of the symptoms, the main cause is the production of excessive prolactin. There are many factors that can cause hyperprolactinemia, which can be broadly categorized into the following types: hypothalamic disorders, pituitary disorders, primary hypothyroidism, drug factors, and neural stimulation.Once you notice galactorrhea, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for a thorough examination. It is worth noting that hyperprolactinemia can lead to infertility and may sometimes cause sexual dysfunction. Therefore, if you experience galactorrhea, do not take it lightly or ignore it.