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Galactorrhea and hyperprolactinemia associated with chest wall injury
The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
|November 1, 1977
Summary
This study details a case of galactorrhea and amenorrhea in a woman with chest burns. Treatment normalized prolactin levels but did not significantly reduce milk secretion.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Neuroscience
- Clinical Case Study
Background:
- Galactorrhea and amenorrhea are symptoms that can indicate underlying hormonal imbalances.
- Chest wall trauma, such as burns, can potentially affect hormonal regulation.
- Elevated prolactin levels are a common cause of these symptoms.