High prolactin-failed IVF

[Ann_]

My doctor decided to re-test progesterone which was still low however he found that prolactin was six times above the expected range. He had tested day 2 of the cycle transfer and it was normal. I am puzzled how it could have jumped from normal to extremely during an IvF cycle

[Lilly2607]

Hi,

Prolactin is a stress hormon so you could have a jump as a result of stress. Speak to your doctor to have it rechecked and if its still high they should investigate it more.

[Ann_ in reply to Lilly2607]

Thank you for letting me know that hasn’t crossed my mind and I think 4 years of infertility is taking a toll and the issue of prolactin only started two years ago

[Cinderella5]

I had a high prolactin at one point but it wasn't crazy high. Stress can impact your prolactin levels, as can an under active thyroid and ideally so can having a test done not long after waking up. Im also not sure if it was a good idea to test whilst in the middle of an IVF cycle as some medications such as estrogen can affect things too.xx

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Ann. The others have explained about stress, so I assume that is all it is down to. Hope all goes well. Diane