hyperprolactinemia/control on metabolic diseases

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Prolactin - gluten link

Been struggling with slightly elevated prolactin, 19 ug/L at last test. I've had E2 and T both high and low but doesn't affect my PRL. Pituitary is fine too. I have started to suspect I may have issues with gluten, so I googled gluten and PRL and get this "wheat product > opioid-like...
- Hisagi
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- Feb 15, 2019
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The effects of hyperprolactinemia and its control on metabolic diseases

8. Five-year view Prolactin is a metabolic hormone, besides the well-known actions on fertility and reproduction. Dopaminergic tone plays a key role in the regulation of the metabolic system by modulating PRL secretion. Treatment of PRL excess with the dopamine-agonists bromocriptine and...
- madman
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- Nov 4, 2018
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Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038