Patient's question:
In 2008, I experienced menopause and it has continued to this day. The examination revealed hyperprolactinemia (PRL: 214). I also have breast hyperplasia and rib pain (the examination indicated costochondritis).Doctor's answer:
Hello: According to your test results, your prolactin level is high. When prolactin is excessive in the body, it can inhibit the secretion of gonadotropins by the pituitary gland and directly affect the synthesis of sex hormones in the ovaries, leading to low serum estrogen levels. This can cause ovarian dysfunction, reduced ovulation, or anovulatory galactorrhea, and in severe cases, amenorrhea, resulting in infertility. Therefore, timely treatment is necessary.