Prolactin and ovulatory bleeding

What is prolactin?

Prolactin is a hormone composed of prolactin receptors in the brain that promotes mammary gland development and secretion of breast milk. The secretion of prolactin is affected by many factors, including physiological factors and psychological factors. In some cases, prolactin secretion may increase abnormally, such as during childbearing or puberty, which may lead to symptoms such as breast pain, insufficient milk production, and irregular menstruation.

What is ovulation bleeding?

Ovulation bleeding is spotting that occurs on a certain day during the menstrual cycle, usually lasting no more than three days. Ovulation bleeding is a normal physiological phenomenon, usually starting on the 14th day of the menstrual cycle and lasting until the 16th day. The amount of bleeding during ovulation is 1/3-1/2 of the usual amount, and the color is usually white or pink.

The relationship between prolactin and ovulatory bleeding

There is some relationship between prolactin and ovulatory bleeding. In some cases, elevated prolactin levels may cause ovulation bleeding. For example, during breastfeeding, prolactin levels may increase, which may cause ovulation bleeding. In addition, some diseases, such as soy milk dependence and delayed puberty, may also cause elevated prolactin levels, leading to ovulation bleeding.

Health effects of prolactin and ovulatory bleeding

Prolactin and ovulatory bleeding may have some health consequences.