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I have congested nose and low grade fever . took aspirin100 mg because my shoulder was painful .is taking aspirin in adult can cause reneye's syndrome?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Reyes syndrome: It rarely affects adults. Aspirin should not be used in a flu like illness or chicken pox.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No but: I think you meant asa 1000 mg and not 100 mg however.

Answered 1/25/2014

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