Condition
Adenoma - secreting
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 3 May 20051 min read
Key points
- A prolactinoma is a noncancerous Pituitary tumor that causes excess secretion of the hormone prolactin.
- Prolactin is a hormone that causes secretion of milk from the breasts during nursing.
- It is also involved in the control of sexual desire.
Alternative names
Prolactinoma - females; Prolactinoma
Definition
A prolactinoma is a noncancerous Pituitary tumor that causes excess secretion of the hormone prolactin. Prolactin is a hormone that causes secretion of milk from the breasts during nursing. It is also involved in the control of sexual desire.
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Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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