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<blockquote data-quote="1 Day At a Time" data-source="post: 305415" data-attributes="member: 3704"><p>Hi FH,</p><p></p><p>This is definitely worth checking out. I went to see my doctor after several years of trying to get pregnant with no success. My bloodwork showed a high level of prolactin, a good bit higher than your son's. I was sent for a MRI, which showed a small tumor on my pituitary gland. The doctor started me on a medication which has been shown to shrink these tumors , and thank goodness, it was successful. Once the prolactin level dropped, I was able to get pregnant - and difficult child was the result <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>It's important to check this out because even small pituitary tumors may grow. My doctor explained that there's not a lot of extra room there at the base of the brain and the tumor might grow into the optic chiasm, which is nearby. This can adversely affect vision, especially peripheral vision. I had lots of visual exams after my MRI, all normal, thank goodness. These tumors can additionally cause serious headaches, fatigue , depression,and thyroid issues. Fortunately , I also didn't have a problem with this...</p><p></p><p>I'm hoping that this elevation is caused by his medications, but please do check it out. If something is going on, there is definite treatment for the problem. </p><p></p><p>Valerie</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="1 Day At a Time, post: 305415, member: 3704"] Hi FH, This is definitely worth checking out. I went to see my doctor after several years of trying to get pregnant with no success. My bloodwork showed a high level of prolactin, a good bit higher than your son's. I was sent for a MRI, which showed a small tumor on my pituitary gland. The doctor started me on a medication which has been shown to shrink these tumors , and thank goodness, it was successful. Once the prolactin level dropped, I was able to get pregnant - and difficult child was the result :-) It's important to check this out because even small pituitary tumors may grow. My doctor explained that there's not a lot of extra room there at the base of the brain and the tumor might grow into the optic chiasm, which is nearby. This can adversely affect vision, especially peripheral vision. I had lots of visual exams after my MRI, all normal, thank goodness. These tumors can additionally cause serious headaches, fatigue , depression,and thyroid issues. Fortunately , I also didn't have a problem with this... I'm hoping that this elevation is caused by his medications, but please do check it out. If something is going on, there is definite treatment for the problem. Valerie [/QUOTE]
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