Q. Why do I have a breast discharge on both nipples when squized after stimulation?
Doctor Answer is medically reviewed by SecondMedic medical review team.
This phenomenon is called "galactorrhea" and typically occurs in female patients as a result of an underlying hormonal imbalance. This type of discharge is often caused by changes in hormone levels, such as those that occur during pregnancy or breastfeeding, when your body produces more estrogen and progesterone. In other cases, galactorrhea can be caused by medications (such as birth control pills), certain herbs and supplements, or malfunctioning of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland which regulate the hormones responsible for lactation. Testing for possible causes should involve discussing your medical history with your doctor so they can conduct a physical exam to check for any lumps or abnormalities; blood tests to measure hormone levels; and possibly imaging studies like MRI’s to view the anatomy of your breasts. Treatments vary depending on the cause but could include lifestyle changes (diet modification, exercise), removing any drugs causing it if applicable, changing dosages/types of medications prescribed for related conditions such as high prolactin levels and considering supplement therapies like D-chiro-inositol/myo-inositol supplementation.
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