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A member asked:

I've never had an issue with nsaids but after taking 1 baby aspirin today i feel mildly itchy. is this an allergy?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Possible: Aspirin can cause an itchy hives in some people but your problem may also be coincidental. However I would still advise avoidance . If a low-dose ASA is needed for blood clotting issue, consult an allergist to confirm the ASA allergy. Unfortunately desensitization does not work for itching or hives.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/22/2014

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