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What to do if i feel fine now and i'm on milk thistle, can drug induced hepatitis occur quickly?

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Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: drug induced hepatitis can occur within a few hours. if it is very rapid you would then feel sick, with malaise, vomiting, pain. you eyes may turn yellow. Follow up with your doctor for evaluation of your liver enzymes if this is a concern.

Answered 5/9/2014

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