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My doctor has prescribed shark cartilage to empower my knees but i am jaundiced now should i stop taking this dietary supplement till recovery?
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YES: alternative therapies carry risk of side effects just like prescription medications. You should stop and consult your prescribing physician immediately. Blood tests can help determine if there is any liver or blood damage causing your jaundiced appearance.
Answered 8/14/2014
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