What are the effects of prolactin secretion in males? (Select all that apply.)
a. Breast development
b. Decreased libido
c. Delayed puberty
d. Galactorrhea
e. Infertility
B, C, D
Prolactin can cause decreased libido, delayed puberty, and galactorrhea in males, but it does not cause breast development or infertility.
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