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Acupuncture-induced galactorrhoea--a case report.

Anthony Campbell1, Janette Macglashan

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Acupuncture in Medicine : Journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society
|November 2, 2005
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Acupuncture can rarely cause galactorrhoea (milky nipple discharge) in healthy individuals. This case highlights a potential side effect of this alternative therapy, even when performed using non-traditional methods.

Area of Science:

  • Alternative Medicine
  • Endocrinology
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Galactorrhoea, the inappropriate production of milk, is typically associated with hormonal imbalances or certain medications.
  • Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique involving needle insertion at specific body points.

Observation:

  • A healthy individual experienced galactorrhoea on two separate occasions following acupuncture treatment.
  • The acupuncture was administered at a non-traditional site using a periosteal technique.

Findings:

  • This case report documents acupuncture-induced galactorrhoea, a rare adverse event.
  • Previous literature has reported only one other instance of galactorrhoea following acupuncture.

Implications:

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  • Clinicians should be aware of potential, albeit rare, side effects of acupuncture, including endocrine-related symptoms.
  • Further research may be warranted to understand the mechanisms behind acupuncture-induced galactorrhoea and identify risk factors.