Keywords
Hormonal Contraceptives
Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
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Abstract
Galactorrhea is the secretion of milk outside the context of pregnancy or recent breastfeeding, commonly associated with hyperprolactinemia, though it can also occur with normal prolactin levels. Various factors such as medications, stress, or hormonal stimuli may trigger it. This case report describes an adolescent with normoprolactinemic galactorrhea, a history of psychiatric treatment, and recent use of hormonal contraceptives, in whom organic causes were ruled out. A possible link with depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) is explored, highlighting the importance of a broaddiagnostic approach and conservative management in such cases.
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