women whose ovaries produce inadequate estrogen are at an increased risk for osteoporosis. hyperprolactinemia can cause reduced estrogen production. although estrogen production may be restored after treatment for hyperprolactinemia even a year or two without estrogen can decrease the strength of the bones. women should protect themselves from osteoporosis by regular exercise and increased calcium intake through diet or supplementation and by avoiding smoking. women may want to have bone density measurements. they may also want to discuss estrogen replacement therapy with their doctors.
is osteoporosis a risk in women with high prolactin levels?