Is High Prolactin Affecting Your Daily Life? Symptoms, Causes, and Easy UK Testing

Why Am I Experiencing These Unexplained Symptoms?

Have you noticed changes in your periods, milk-like discharge from breasts (not related to childbirth), or a drop in sex drive? For men, less interest in sex, difficulty maintaining erections, or feeling constantly fatigued can also be warning signs. Many in the UK struggle with these issues without knowing why.

How Does Prolactin Affect Men and Women Differently?

• Women: Missed or intermittent periods, galactorrhoea (unexpected milk discharge), trouble conceiving, low mood.
• Men: Lowered libido, erectile problems, reduced muscle mass, tiredness.

While most UK health resources focus on prolactin in women, men can be affected too—though symptoms may be subtler.

What Are The Main Causes of Prolactin Imbalance?

• Medications (esp. anti-sickness and antipsychotics)
• Stress and lack of sleep
• Pituitary gland conditions (like a microadenoma)
• Thyroid issues

Check the NHS guide to prolactinomas for more details on rarer causes.

Should I Get a Prolactin Test?

If you regularly experience these symptoms, it’s worth considering. At Mayfield Clinic, we provide a UK-based Prolactin Home Blood Test Kit that lets you check your levels from the comfort of your own home. Results typically arrive by the next working day, with clear guidance on what they mean.

What Can I Do Right Now?

• Try improving sleep and lowering stress
• Review your prescription medications with your GP or pharmacist
• Watch for symptoms—record when they occur to spot patterns
• If worried, order a home blood test kit or book an in-person test

Don’t let unexplained symptoms go unchecked. Order your Prolactin Home Blood Test Kit today or book a same-day GP appointment at Mayfield Clinic.