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Does aspirin worsen asthma?
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Yes: Aspirin can trigger asthma flare up. Aspirin indirectly increases chemical mediator production known as leukotriennes which are potent bronchial smooth muscle contractant.
Answered 6/24/2014
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In some...: Some asthmatic patients have a triad of asthma, nasal polyps and Aspirin sensitivity. This is known as "triad asthma" and these patients need to avoid aspirin.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Who tends to get serious allergic reactions to aspirin? Is it almost always people w asthma or nasal polyps or can anyone suddenly have a problem?
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