What Is High Prolactin?

Prolactin is a hormone that is produced by the pituitary gland. Prolactin is what causes lactation in women. Too much prolactin can cause symptoms in both men and women. Symptoms for women include: irregularities in menstruation, infertility, breast discharge, and mood change. Symptoms for men include: erectile dysfunction and decrease in libido.

Treatment for high prolactin levels includes taking medication. A common drug class used to treat high prolactin is the ergot derivatives drug class.