4 May 2021
It is a condition in which one or both breasts secrete milk and there is no relation to lactation, but the levels of prolactin, which is the hormone that stimulates milk production, are high, often causing the nipples to leak when touched or by themselves. It occurs in both women and men, and rarely in babies.
Although in some cases the cause of galactorrhea is unknown, it may be due to one of the following reasons:
The symptoms are:
Once your gynecologist analyzes your symptoms and clinical history, they will perform a physical examination of the breasts to examine if there are no nodules and will request:
The treatment indicated for galactorrhea will depend on the cause, but it usually includes the intake of medications, surgery, or the suspension for a certain period of a medication that you are taking and is the cause of the condition. Sometimes no treatment is required, as galactorrhea may go away on its own, but it is important to:
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