The diagnosis and prevalence of hypoprolactinemia in patients with panhypopituitarism and the effects on depression and sexual functions.

Ilknur Uzun Zuleyha Karaca Aysa Hacioglu Kursad Unluhizarci Fahrettin Kelestimur

Published in: Pituitary (2024)

PRL deficiency is prevalent among individuals with panhypopituitarism, with the potential to result in elevated depression scores in both sexes and impaired sexual functions in males. A basal PRL level seems to be sufficient for the diagnosis of hypoprolactinemia in routine clinical practice.

Keyphrases

clinical practice
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
mental health
risk factors
replacement therapy
smoking cessation