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Definition of galactorrhoea in English: galactorrhoeanoun ɡəˌlaktəˈriːə mass nounMedicine Excessive or inappropriate production of milk. Example sentencesExamples - Although the commonest presentation is secondary amenorrhoea, some women may present with galactorrhoea.
- Symptoms of hyperprolactinaemia include amenorrhoea, galactorrhoea, infertility, loss of libido and erectile dysfunction.
- Thyroid stimulating hormone, testosterone, and prolactin concentrations need be checked only if cycles are irregular or absent, suggesting anovulation, galactorrhoea, or symptoms of thyroid disorder.
- Three months later the galactorrhoea had subsided, and regular menstrual cycles commenced.
- Although galactorrhoea may occur with normal prolactin levels, it is usually associated with hyperprolactinaemia: prolactin, if appropriate.
Origin Mid 19th century: from Greek gala, galakt- 'milk' + rhoia 'flux, flow'. |