Galactorrhea-Amenorrhea Syndrome
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📋Overview
Galactorrhea-Amenorrhea Syndrome is a legacy term historically used to describe the combination of inappropriate milk secretion (galactorrhea) and absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea). The modern preferred terminology focuses on the underlying causes, most commonly hyperprolactinemia, which is elevated prolactin hormone levels often due to pituitary disorders. This syndrome is now understood as a clinical presentation rather than a distinct diagnosis, with evaluation directed toward identifying the cause of prolactin elevation and menstrual dysfunction.
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