Nonpuerperal Galactorrhea

Abstract

LACTATION not associated with childbirth has been described since antiquity.^{1 , 2} Although reported in association with a variety of conditions, it remains an unusual occurrence. Except for galactorrhea a common factor in all cases has not been found. Many patients have had proved or postulated abnormalities of the hypothalamic or pituitary region that have been thought to be caused by prolactin excess.^{2 , 3} Owing to difficulties in assaying this hormone, little information is available on prolactin secretion in these conditions.In the last eight years 17 patients with nonpuerperal galactorrhea have been seen at this hospital. The purpose of this report is . . .