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Posted at 11:14 AM on Apr 30, 2008 by ginalynn2, #30054
I posted this question in the question section, but wanted to know if anyone else has experienced hair pulling as a side effect. My 10 year old son has been on Singulair for about a year and 3 months ago he started pulling out his eyelashes and eyebrows as well as other body hair ( a disorder known as trichotillomania). He also has been talking about being sad, hating his life, etc. We are worried sick and his self esteem is taking a huge hit due to the hair pulling. He says he is a freak and he hates himself because he can't stop it. We took him off Singulair 2 days ago and are waiting to see if there are improvements in his behavior. Thanks.
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Reply about 1 year ago on Apr 30, 2008 by dtrzaski, #7790

Hi, My girls 7 & 8 did not experience hair pulling,but did have OCD symptoms.They also had talked negatively about themselves.Hang in there,his mood will improve along with his self-image.I'd be surprised if it didn't.My girls have changed completely for the better.Good luck.

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Reply about 1 year ago on May 02, 2008 by sp2008, #7859

I hope things are getting better! If you haven't already come join us at
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Singulair_side_effects_friends/
Its a support/info group for members here!

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