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Which Test Should Be Done Further After Detecting High Levels Of Bloodwork Of Prolactins?
Hello. I was told I have high levels from bloodwork of prolactins? Not sure if spelling is correct. Dr. mentioned a need for a head MRI after another consult with an OBGYN. I didnt write down our convo while @ my appt & hope forsome clarity with this issue. We also spoke of having an endo? eblibation? again unsure of spelling
Mon, 11 Aug 2014
HI THANKS FOR POSTING YOUR QUERY ON HEALTH CARE MAGIC.
ELEVATED PROLACTIN CAN POINT TOWARDS BRAIN TUMORS LIKE "PROLACTINOMAS".
THEY CAN PRESENT WITH MASS EFFECTS,AND LATER VISUAL DISTURBANCES.
MRI SCAN CAN ACCURATELY DETECT PROLACTINOMAS.
TREATMENT INCLUDES TRANSHENOIDAL RESECTION.
CONSULT NEUROSURGEON FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THANK YOU
TAKE CARE
ELEVATED PROLACTIN CAN POINT TOWARDS BRAIN TUMORS LIKE "PROLACTINOMAS".
THEY CAN PRESENT WITH MASS EFFECTS,AND LATER VISUAL DISTURBANCES.
MRI SCAN CAN ACCURATELY DETECT PROLACTINOMAS.
TREATMENT INCLUDES TRANSHENOIDAL RESECTION.
CONSULT NEUROSURGEON FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THANK YOU
TAKE CARE
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