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Aspirin sensitivity may cause symptoms similar to allergic reactions in susceptible people. Patients with
aspirin sensitivity typically also have asthma and nasal polyps (growths in the nose), a combination known as the "aspirin triad." Aspirin sensitivity can be confirmed in a doctor's office by performing a challenge test by giving the patient a small dose of aspirin and watching for symptoms of aspirin sensitivity to develop. The December 22/29, 2004, issue of JAMA includes an article about aspirin sensitivity with particular regard to use of aspirin in the treatment and prevention of heart disease.

SYMPTOMS OF ASPIRIN SENSITIVITY

Occurrence of the following symptoms after taking aspirin or another nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (such as ibuprofen, indomethacin, or naproxen) suggests the possibility of aspirin sensitivity:

• Itchy and watery eyes
  
• Itchy rashes
  
• Nasal congestion
  
• Hives
  
• Worsening asthma
  
• Rashes around the mouth
  
• Cough and wheezing
  
• Anaphylaxis—a severe, potentially fatal reaction including hives, difficulty breathing, and a drop . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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