Although an MSI-H result is the hallmark of Lynch syndrome, it is also found in 10% to 15% of sporadic CRC cases. Since MSI results do not rule out Lynch syndrome, MMR gene mutation testing should be considered regardless of MSI status in families with a strong suspicion of Lynch syndrome.
Many of the symptoms of prolactinoma are caused by an excessive amount of prolactin in the blood (hyperprolactinemia) which decreases the ovarian and testicular function. In women, prolactinoma is characterized by irregular menstrual periods, infertility and production of breast milk in women who are not pregnant (galactorrhea).
In some people, high blood levels of prolactin can be traced to causes other than a prolactinoma. Other causes include: Prescription drugs: Prolactin secretion in the pituitary is normally suppressed by the brain chemical dopamine. Drugs that block the effects of dopamine at the pituitary or deplete dopamine stores in the brain may cause the pituitary to secrete prolactin.