Prolactin is often considered a female hormone and is most commonly associated with lactation. However, men have prolactin too, and when levels rise too high, the consequences can be significant. The ...

Prolactin, dopamine, and estrogen are interrelated, but it is not a simple mechanism where if one goes up, another must go ...

I am a 63-year-old man. At a recent visit to my endocrinologist for my annual thyroid check (I have Hashimoto’s disease), I revealed that I have been suffering from fatigue and erectile dysfunction.

Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. High levels can affect sexual and reproductive health. They may result from medication use, health conditions, or prolactinomas. Prolactin plays ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 63-year-old man. At a recent visit to my endocrinologist for my annual thyroid check (I have Hashimoto’s disease), I revealed that I have been suffering from fatigue and ...

What are the hormonal correlates of paternal care? Across many animals, the two most commonly found correlates of paternal care are lower testosterone levels and higher prolactin levels. While that ...

Stress is mostly linked to mental and emotional problems, but it affects your body deeply. Your hormonal balance may be disturbed if your stress continues for weeks or months. Prolonged stress can ...