In this episode, we dive into prolactinoma, a typically benign tumor of the anterior pituitary that causes elevated prolactin and disrupts reproductive hormones. Clinical signs differ by sex: women often present with amenorrhea, infertility, or galactorrhea, while men may have impotence, reduced libido, and infertility. Diagnosis hinges on measuring prolactin levels and imaging the pituitary; treatment usually involves dopamine agonists, with surgery reserved for resistant or large tumors.
ORPHA:2965
Classification level: Disorder
Prevalence: 1-5 / 10 000
Inheritance: Autosomal dominant
Age of onset: Adolescent, Adult, Childhood, Elderly
ICD-10: D35.2
UMLS: C0033375
MeSH: D015175
GARD: 4508
MedDRA: 10036832
