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How long will it take for prolactin levels (17.5 in male) to drop after discontinuing high doses of antihistamine for three consecutive months that caused elevated numbers? will hair stop shedding?

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If it was: Due to the antihistamine, which a doubt, it should be relatively quickly over days. Also, it is unlikely that that is the cause of your hair loss. Check w/your doctor for other explanations for all of your concerns.

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Answered 7/18/2013

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