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Can taking baby aspirin cause slight water retention in the tops of feet and hands? they don't look swollen, just sort of a tight feeling.

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Aspirin can cause non pitting edema or swelling. It is called angioedema, a known side effect of Aspirin that might occur in some individuals.

Answered 10/27/2015

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