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by Dr Ovais Wadoo, Dr Yaasir Mamoojee and Dr Aadil Shah
Last reviewed: November 2019
Psychiatrists sometimes prescribe medication that is known to elevate prolactin levels.
Hyperprolactinemia can lead to adverse health outcomes and thus clinicians need not only be alert to the symptoms, but should be able to manage the consequences as well.
In this module we will:
Finally, we will include a flow diagram to assist clinicians in decision-making around the management of hyperprolactinemia.
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