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I've took iburephen and naproxen for years now if i take it i get internal bleeding. told i was allergic. why now? wat to use as alternative?
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Changes in body: Our body changes as we get older. Ibprofen and Naproxen are common causes of GI bleeding in some people. This is not necessarily an allergy but perhaps a new increased sensitivity of your body to this combination of meds.
Answered 10/12/2016
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