Also called: Broken bone. A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause weakening of the bones.
Milk Thistle Side Effects. Milk thistle is generally considered safe and well-tolerated, with very few cases of side effects ever reported. The most common side effects arenât serious and include gastrointestinal upset, such as a mild laxative effect.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. Use cautiously in pregnant or breastfeeding women due to a lack of sufficient evidence to support safe use. Milk thistle has been used historically to improve flow of breast milk, and limited study of milk thistle in pregnant women reported a lack of side effects. Dosing.